Sobriety

Simple visions of yesterday
cling to my consciousness
with the steadfastness of a mother
clinging to her babe.

Floating perceptions of tomorrow
pass through my consciousness
with the quickness of my breath
passing into death

Realistic views of today
settle on my consciousness
with the determination of an angel
settling my spirit to feel...

the joy
the pain
the compassion
the fear
the love

Author ~ Laurie Schick