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Unnatural elation

by  Bobo

Posted: Saturday, January 17, 2004
Word Count: 42




The energy is pure
contagion.
Adrenaline allure
works its magic on my brain.
Should my defences resist
or capitulate,
give-in to ego's hunger
yet again.

If I fall from the tightrope
who'll catch me?
If I'm caught
what will the trade-off be?