haunts

Spasms of memories invade me

From underneath a vapor

A living, breathing time still certain

In the core of me.

Now, removed but not

I see your face, so tender

So defenceless.

Was I mad?

Or was I living out

an ancient evil

lurking deep within?

Now you are a different one,

Are your memories the same?

Have you forgiven the guilt of my sin?

Do you recall my deepest shame?

Don’t ask for my head;

It’s taken.

Attached to me-

The solemn being

Sentenced to cross

A raging river of regret.