Fear is
the first cause of hesitation.
Actions are irrevocable; dreams fade.
There are, of course, good reasons, like
a scrim
Hung across the darkness. Behind,
within,
Each scene unseen directs the one
that's played,
Rich stew of fear, desire,
expectation.
Copyright by Nicholas Gordon. Free for personal or non-commercial use.
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