Once, Once More

Running full force
Against the wall
Flying
Even when I fall.

I’m a laden sparrow
A cannonball with wings
Massive, Disproportionate,
Tied down without strings.

The darkest flashlight
You’ll ever not see
In pitch I can find
Everything I need.

Knocked down
Life’s a beach
So once more
Unto the breach.


John W. Allen
12/30/2018