Implication

the world always seems to wait
just a breath away
like the best parts
are lurking
silent
beneath some veil
of these everyday components
& if you can't keep your voice
from sounding a little bitter,
a little empty
they shouldn't have to ask why
Copyright © | Year Posted 2005

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