No Escape

There is no escape.

No escaping the black hole.

It sucks you in and forgets to spit you out.

It leaves you there while you float and spin, aimlessly in space.

There is no escape.

No escaping the silenced scream for help.

The depression that joins your anxiety,

Grinning as they both interlock their hands with yours.

There is no escape.

No escaping that music in the cafe.

It makes you want to down your oat latte

And boogie with the stranger to your side!

There is no escape.

No escaping the slimy lick on your cheek.

From the dog you know loves you

Just as much as you do him.

There is no escape.

The black hole in inevitable.

But have you seen the colors that surround it?

So bright and vibrant and inviting.

And the view from here, wow!

Written by Sabrina Traynor