Freefall

lines like steps lead from one to the next
falling short like cliffs over white ocean caps
down below is a freefall
feel nothing
know the bottom is hard and unforgiving
wait for nothing
wish for something
reach for a hand that’s been pulled away
it was warm and soft
a comforting lie
and untapped hope
wonder if there’s a chance to fly
follow the warm winds toward the sun
to share a moment of light
before going back to bed
and dreaming of the
morning you’ll never wake to see