Supernova
by Absalom Abalone
When I first saw you, you were dancing, Night-sky Polaris, twinkling, shimmering, A waltzing ray of light in a dark place, “Show me the way.” When I saw you again, I knew That one day, a star would be born from you, Dazzled and willing, for once, to dream, "Promise me you'll stay." You and I, we were like binary stars, Dancing in that tango of ours, For years and years, together inseparable, I hoped it would be for forever. "Liar." The vastness of space is lonely, My heart belongs to you only, I think you already know. "You're nothing but a traitor." Your voice was music to my ears, Yet dissonant cadences, sharp as spears, Brought this opera to a close. The last from you I'd ever hear. You became a star, as I thought you would, Light-years away, you shine brightly; if I could Only have you be close to me once more, Have you dance for me just once more! But for all your grace and all your moves I know you loved me less than I ever loved you. For all your grace and all your moves, You loved me less than I loved you.
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