The Abyss

The abyss


The sea below 
the cliff 
a black abyss
awaits

The colour  blue
in the sun
benign, invites me
to surrender

Joyful abandon
promised
with courage
will be mine

Waves smashing
angry
impatient
waiting for me

Hesitation
timing is wrong
the pull of love
is stronger
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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