Saving yourself

The world looks so inviting

But you decide to stay outside

The open air is bracing

But your skin is cold and white

The rooms are done up nicely

But you leave the fire cold

All destinations beckon

But you put the plane on hold

     What if nothing comes

     What if all has come and gone

     What if nothing comes ?

The ocean rolled aside

But nobody burst through

The heavens opened wide

But the sun won’t shine for you

The future’s a white page

But words seem to be lost

The past is gone and over

But you still know what it cost


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          Saving yourself

          For the fireworks

          Saving yourself

          For the big perks

          Saving yourself

          For the fireworks

          Saving yourself


1997