Daniel Cwiak Poet Narrative

Spaceman of Life

Young men in virile stride
    Pass to see the prize that awaits.


Competitive glares that will push the envelope
   Who will stand to accept the honor?


"You will never win the Spaceman of the Year Award!!"

    "I will SO!"


Into the chamber for another test
  Mistakes made here cause no harm, but for another try.


Out on the pad the candle waits
   . . . 3, 2, 1, and the earth trembles.


In weightless triumph, a linking to the station
   Tasks completed, only to find the Scytheman lurks aboard.


Decisions made must be obeyed
    Life, in a momentary test of wills.


A Commander must make the choice
   "You haven't the love of humanity for it !!!"


Love, Humanity, Home he will never see again
   Heavy his heart as his choice is in the mirrored image he sees.


"Get OFF my spaceship!"


A struggling crew depart
    Cramped quarters aboard the station to await eventual rescue.


Commander alone
    His "Good-byes"  over the static.


Up at the zenith
    The pockmarked Statesman glows.


A wry smile cosses his countenance as he hears the words
   "Commander, you are the Spaceman of Life!!"

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James Fraser May 31, 2010 at 12:34 PM Kool poem Daniel, many congratulations on your 9th place in Matt's fine contest >> James

Poet Destroyer A May 28, 2010 at 5:41 AM enjoyed, as well, just here to read and add U o my favorite poets. not kissing ass, but i do have two of your poems as a fav. Now it will be easier when I comment all my favorite on the same day,..p.d.