CHASM


There’s a wedge between us
You could drive an ocean liner through.
So hard to repair
To make our dreams come true.

The needs of the angry mob
I must tend to first.
But their rage and stupidity
Could make my mind burst.

Other people’s forgetfulness and greed
Have become my responsibility.
But I want to focus on you
To the best of my ability.

They push me one way
And pull you another.
They want nothing more
Than to set us asunder.

My eyes burn with anguish
And I think my ears could melt.
Nothing for me to grab onto
Not even a belt.

I want to fly across the chasm
That keeps us apart,
And fly away with you,
Never to part.