All Lost Souls

All lost souls show themselves eventually, If not perpetually on display. Whether on stage or in the firmament Many stars excel or show their beauty For a while, but time does not last. Time will exceed their grasp. For the lost, the light fades in and out And keeps the audience constantly guessing— We see the light but know the star may be already dead. For some, the light burns very brightly at the start of life, For others at the end—but always it is quenched, Whether when expected or by early notice. rcs. Current draft: 2/24/2010 Created on 1/18/2010 7:23 PM