Balderdash

The humidity was unbearable,
as I looked to a sky with no stars.

I could feel the coldness in my bones,
yet my skin was hot to the touch.

I watched the clouds dance,
 across the cresting moon.

You could feel the energy of the city.

It was pouring out,
everywhere you turned.

Unsuspecting,
I knew this was it.

The rapture.

I took it all in,
in stride.

Never involving the others,
and careful not to induce panic.

I truly believe that ignorance is bliss.

It's how we've all survived this long,
without coming undone.

I struggled many years to embrace this life.

It's a pity to see it completely unravel,
in the blink of an eye.

The old saying is "Live fast, die young."

Balderdash.

Take ownership of this life,
and figure out the lessons you're meant to learn.

Teach it to others,
who in return may see the greater picture.