I died the moment I was born And was born again in death's embrace Time was lost in me, and I was lost in time. I am imprisoned within this endless void A constant swirl of dreams and memories. Sometimes I feel I exist in thought Of those who remember me But what of when they let me go Fading away, forgotten, unaware Floating in this cold darkness. I must keep myself alive Hold on to every fleeting breath For if I sleep, I may be forgotten Left to an eternal, lonely death. I've written lists of colors, words Of flowers and places, I once knew I've described all the things I've wanted To give and do, all of my dreams and nightmares. My eyes are closing, But I must keep safe My words, my legacy, my only trace. I sleep and dream of days gone by Of childhood, laughter, and innocent grace in this dream, I see my seven-year-old self On the first day of school, happy and free as he tells me of his day, I almost cry. Oh, you innocent child. He asks me of my life, not much to say but I try. I shouldn't burden him with my reality. I wake up to find my mother making breakfast It’s the first day of school, but I cannot face The weight of living, the ache of being So I close my eyes, and slip into that peaceful embrace.
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