THE ESCAPE

When we die, we cease to feel – all the pain, disappointment, depression and fear becomes history. Why then do most mortals not welcome death and escape all the negative emotions? Why would humans give almost anything in exchange for immortality? Or is it somehow possible to be immortal and not feel pain, disappointment and all the sad stuff?
Death is an escape from the harsh realities of this world yet only a few would willingly embrace it. To wake up daily and live takes a great deal of courage. It simply means you are willing to take it all in stride and for that I salute you! I equally salute Generals who truly lived meaningful lives but had to retire at some point. Death is not the end; it’s only the beginning!

STILL MOMENTS
He came this time in shades of grey
Lurking behind all that was gay
At that same time of day
When all worries were kept at bay

It was a child this time
Whose mother had not a dime
A human far from his prime
Had been the unlikely target this time

Oh! Oh! Oh! How I wish I could sing
A song of cheer I wish I could bring
If only sorrow would not so cling
Then caution to the wind I’d fling

Alas! Death has come at our moment of rest
With only our faith to test;
By taking away our best,
He has become nothing but a pest!

©Nikoslexie 2015