The Stature of Waiting

Lost,
the life
he consciously
lived.
He lies
unknowing
between
life
and
life
waiting
for death's
sweet
release.
Unfocused eyes
open
and
close
at random.
Head back,
mouth open,
each breath
achieving
the stature
and
pain
of
waiting.

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Josh Groban with Ladysmith Black Mambazo - Lullaby.