I wonder if we can see our actual situation clearly
without depressing ourselves beyond all measure?
From such a stark place,
the old beliefs and illusions
begin to have their appeal again.
Lost, in this cosmic dance of entropy
and counter stroke, are we.
Aware, but impotent and
present, but transient.
These thoughts of mine are evaporating
even as I record them.
And these concerns …
simply pointless beyond all measure.
gallagher
20Dec2023
Christchurch