I made a bet once.
I would take a leap over a broken bridge,
try my luck,
and see if I can get to the other side so prized
“it’s all or nothing”
“you only live once”
we’re among the phrases I muttered
before I leapt.
for a moment I felt I was flying.
but now
the crowd went silent,
I don’t sense any gravity,
and I don’t feel anything.
I wonder if I had fell and submerged.
floating along a flowing river
but who knows, I might have made it.
I just have to wake up from this dream
and seize the day once again.
It’d be nice if someone remembered me
whether it’s from this dream or the other side.
12.15.2022
Ralph with Coffee 