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Treason
02.08.09

The night breathes from the walls
a closet chamber, cradled dark;
hands lay still, birds ensnared
a rest of damask silk.
No mourning cloth
nor seemly veil
a piece of crepe to declare grief
all forgotten;
no decoration
for sorrows such as these.

Where do you turn
in darkest night?
Heartbeat’s loud, echoing
cold fingers press
back the riving tide
of all your heartfelt treason.

Consistency in grief
dauntless courage uphold you now
through your hearts severance
all loyalty betrayed.