Because I'M Galactic

All the lights dim out
as I crawl into my spacesuit.
I fill the air with crystal screams,
my mind is ripping at the seams.

If it falls apart,
I will surely wait here.
I'm made of gold in all my dreams,
surrounded by my favourite things.

The stars will age and die,
blowing matter to new places.
My flesh is celestial dust,
but my golden bones will rust.

I never asked to be here;
This equation isn't right,
All I taste is bittersweet -
there's broken dreams between my teeth.

The glowing lights will permeate,
the stardust spreads and dissipates,
and I will always wonder why.
I'll keep your secrets, hope to die.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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A  Avatar
June 21, 2016 at 12:55 AM
PHIL, NICE FAV WIN.... SKAT
Marcum Wong Avatar
May 1, 2016 at 5:54 PM
This is wonderful Phil. Congratulations on your top win! #7 ; )
G. Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 8:25 AM
Thank you very much, Connie :)
Roper Avatar
May 1, 2016 at 10:36 AM
Phil, great write congratulations on your win!! Hugs Eve
G. Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 8:25 AM
Thanks a lot, Eve! I wasn't so sure how it'd be for the contest, but who really cares? I had fun :)
Dietrich Avatar
May 1, 2016 at 8:54 AM
I'm glad you chose this one that you refer to as one of your favorite pieces below. It's now one of MY favorite pieces. GREAT WRITING here. Congrats in my contest. (the imagery in the middle part was stunning)
G. Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 8:24 AM
Wow... thank you so much! I really appreciate it :)
Makama Avatar
March 31, 2016 at 9:29 AM
Beautiful! Beautiful! So so lovely. John FLeming's comment adds more spice to this piece as he seems harsh but romanced with fun. Great write Tyler
G. Avatar
April 5, 2016 at 8:31 AM
John's a fun guy indeed! This is one of my favourite pieces, and I'm entering it into several contests :)
Fleming Avatar
March 14, 2016 at 11:44 AM
To hell with keeping her secrets, Phil...Let the B.tch have it! Lol - Best regards! :) john
G. Avatar
March 15, 2016 at 7:04 AM
Haha, sure thing, John! I'm glad you like it :)
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