Freefall

The Gossamer Thread

Time

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Taut,

A gossamer thread,

That links the living

And the dead.

Do not hesitate, prevaricate,

Each step you take,

Each sound you make,

Burns the fragile candle

At both its ends.

Step forward boldly;

Rail at life's injustices

Give, and receive love

In equal measure.

Be wise

And seek no pleasure

In the demise of others.

For time

Is not yours

Or mine,

But we can design

To use our time

To best effect.

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Owain Glyn