Ludicrous Existence

Stalking us everyday
Although we acknowledge
And accept
And weep
When we grow accustomed
To one's presence
Words
Voice
Thoughts
Laughter
Near or afar
And it swells and disappears
Sharply
Or like a balloon floating up off the white settee
Grieving begins
Takes over
Sinking us into the abysmal depths
Of depression
The hungry, dank existence
Running parallel with the Valley of Ashes
Like the River Styx
The wailing of souls
Lost
Grieving that which is still alive
Unconscionable cruelty
Misunderstood
Forsaken wench of perpetual desire
Our loved ones
Not forever
Move to pause
Daring you to see past the error
Of our ways
Trust
Embrace
Forgive
Celebrate
Your love
Give it freely
Once again
Steadfast
Eternal
Golden
Despite the loss we feel
We are among the living
And deep inside me
You shall live forever