Space
Looking up at the sky in the middle of the night
Gazing through my little scope, the stars shining so bright
Fascinated by the sparkle of the bodies so divine
Dreaming wistfully for the day I would hold them for mine
Growing up as a child wanting more than ever
To find out all about space in my endless endeavor
Unlocking the secrets of life inscribed by time
Revealing the answers to the past opening the future sublime
I close my eyes and imagine rising higher and higher
Leaving this world somewhat sad, in a state so dire
And though shivering as the cool breeze caresses my spine
Yet excited as a child for the treasures I will find
Then I ascend as if carried by an invisible hand
Opening my eyes to the dark emptiness so grand
My heart flutters awestruck at the expanse of it all
I look around incredulously, feeling worthless and small
My eyes wide in awe at a sight so grand
Like a flawless painting by the Creator's own hand
The sheer perfection displayed in the order of things
Creating life, consuming life, every minute that brings
Overwhelmed and dazed, I hold my breath
Hoping yet knowing that I will always regret
That though one day we would traverse the universe
I will be long long gone and just a part of this earth
Copyright © Kashif Moosa | Year Posted 2010
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