Shadows Of Regret

In darkness lies the grave's cold claim, It takes the body, a swift, final aim. But regret's shadow lingers, long and pale, It swallows the soul, with a haunting tale. One buries fast, in earth's dark night, The other consumes, with a slow, endless plight. The grave ends life, in a moment's space, But regret's weight stays, a soul's dark place.