Failure lurks like sin
Waiting in the darkness
Beyond the broiling light—
Can’t think, the heat
It’s too strong
Where have they gone
All these bodies,
Sunken shadows
Mere eyes that gaze beyond
The boundaries of my knowing
Just breathe
It will be alright
But the shadows cling
Even in this sunlit inquisition.
Alone
I stand,
Cannot stay behind
The crowd awaits
Sink or swim
They may yet know my name.
My latest contribution to the wonderful One Shot Poetry Wednesdays! Once you’ve had a look, check out some of the other One Shot Poets as well– they’re a skilled bunch of poets, looking to form a community and support one another. Enjoy!
The Waking Den 