Harmless

Deep down where I carry such blackness,

I can't sleep...so I'm up all night thinking.

There's a fire through my brain--

giving life and taking it.

I shall enjoy it while it lasts.

It's awful to think how the story ends,

one channeling grief into something dangerous.

In my head & heart with words,

we lost control of the family.

Our only visits are in the basement

with all those photographs.

The passionate vow

turning into that sad party.

Remember this if nothing else:

Even the harmless can cause harm.