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vermontpoetess submitted a contest entry to If you could send one message you learned about life to every person in the world, what would it be? 1 months, 2 weeks ago
Transience
This life’s a high-thrill roller coaster ride
with climbs and drops, with loops and turns— you blink
and future’s past— it’s transience defined.Cry.
Or don’t. It matters not, for wheels still clink.
Along the track of destiny we fly,
entrusting cars attached by tungsten links
to comfort whether plunging from the sky
or taking corners, screeching, on the brink.There are no brakes, nor gear that’s marked reverse.
Since seatbelts won’t keep everyone from harm,
enjoy the passing scenery of Earth
and all its blurry, ever-changing charm;
remember nothing lasts— not hurt, not mirth—
so, open up your eyes and raise your arms.Voting starts November 5, 2024 12:00am
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