Title: Walk Me into the Darkness
Author: Petronius

Walk me into the darkness
but only for a short way.
Sunlight is now memories,
and blues will soon be all grays.
As much as my heart is with you,
as much as I want you to stay,
you may walk me into the darkness
but only for a short way.

Lead me to the bow of the boat,
but do not set your foot inside.
The boatman's orders are unyielding.
The stormy crossing is wide.
As much as I want you to join me,
as much as you've walked by my side,
you may lead me to the bow of the boat,
but do not set your foot inside.

Walk me into the darkness
so I do not lose my way.
Hold me tightly in your arms
to keep all my fears at bay.
Lights shine in the darkness
or so the prophets all say.
Now walk me into the darkness
but only for a short way.