Cadence

 Cadence 

Racing, roaring, a tumultuous fight 

Cadence once steady, a tragedy's bite.

A symphony wild, within the chest resounds,

Like thunder's roar, its call surrounds.

Quivering as leaves in storm's fierce embrace,

Till fragile echoes shatter, leaving no trace.

A pane of glass, once crystal and clear 

Now fractured, broken, the end draws near 

Gurgling blood streams, a crimson tide,

Life's fragile essence, no longer can hide.

Now stilled, it claims its final rest,

A journey unfurled, put to the ultimate test.

In shattered fragments, unfolds the tale,

Of resilience and strength where soul sets sail.

Though pain lingers, my heart eventually dies 

A testament to strength, the Phoenix in me shall rise 

Maxwell O'Reilly