The Heat of the Foam
When young, stay in the heat of the foam
where strange things -pyrite and miracles roll
Old age is for picking out supple blue pools
counting blessings and mincing what's left of the fool-
The foam is where gift and opportunity collide
a pants pissing reddened-eyed carnival ride
the pools can be an offbeat and queasy reflection
when harpy and angel spar over the ghost of regret-
Stay in the foam as long as the fragile dream holds
until bones collapse or you strike a thin vein of gold.
You'll find quiet pools at the end of life's rapids
where black scythes swing 'round collecting black taxes
Until then, stay in the heat of the foam.
Copyright © Anthony Biaanco | Year Posted 2024
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