Companions
Before I frolicked with the seniors, a
Seemed they all so tall and kind. b
They held a certain calm demeanor, a
Soon enough they all resigned. b
As years went on I grew confined, b
My comrades move along in life. c
My darkness showed how I was blind. b
I seeked escape from grueling strife. c
But wait! A shimmering bright horizon c
New allies to help me win the fight d
The light of hope now was rising c
To banish away the shade of night d
These new comrades were not the same e
They treasured me and showed no shame. e