Does he think me a fool
that I would fall for his ploy
be drawn into his trap
his feeble transparent gambit
I will not
but I feel a longing
as I search for discovery
praying I have not
exposed my hand
but I embrace the moment
I believe I see his truth
his diabolical vision
it is offering me
just enough insight
that I combust
with strategy
I feel confident
I see the right move
to unlock my truth
to guide my path
while I’m held
transfixed
by this beautiful mystery
I feel elevated
by my insight
yes – yes
I see it
I see it clearly
my perfect move
I must make it carefully
because everything rides on this
why so intense
you wonder
this is not a matter
of life and death
you say
oh yes
my friend
you are so right
it is far more serious than that
David Maverick © 2007
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