-less than infinity-

Far away from all that is near
Distant and cold, a shimmering flame
Looking between a gap that now grows
Shadows consuming the remnants of light


heartbeats like drums
in my head, my numb fingertips
spread against glass.


Distant and cold, a shimmering flame
Shadows consuming the remnants of light
A voice from a shell, so quiet and still
Piercing the soul that still lingers there


candlelight flickers
across my face, rapid breaths
melting layers of frost.


A voice from a shell, so quiet and still
Looking for dust in the remains of a life
Walking a path forgotten by reason
Finding a thread connected to others


beyond paper curtains,
you whisper words across her neck.
reality's cruel window.


Looking for dust in the remains of a life
Watching the sun chase stars to horizon
Content in the knowing your hand is in mine
Far away from all that is near