semper disolubilis

fated to roles
bestowed upon me
i fade into
the Background
of my own
Existence.

i become
the character
in another's Drama
just outside
the Limelight
supporting the lead
in swan song scenes.

the performance never ends
as encores keep me
on the Stage.

receding behind
the curtain
i am divested
of costumes
fumbling in
the darkness
to find
myself.

Author's Note

this is a pastel by edgar degas

Reviews

[NeiL ArandA]

You write such smoothly as glass . Free verse with short words . I wish i could do the same . Don't know why iwas drawn to your piece this evening . I'll come back for your story and book ay the appointed time .