She calls me

but I cannot hear the name

across the lines of destiny walking a tightrope

of

intertwining complexity

Where is a guide to follow

for I am fallen

not by the side

but far beyond the realms of man

this is my sentence to play

one I cannot return to the grave

Years pass spent like petals blown by the winds

in a summer breeze I can no longer feel

brushing by my cheek with earthy warmth

where now I know only a harsh coolness

This is how I've descended

how far I've gone

there's no pedestal to climb

or rewards left to reap

only tomorrow

and the next day

ad infinitum