WHEN THE BONDS ARE BREAKING

I lay and stare at the ceiling.
Slowly turning to stone.
How long until my soul atrophies?
The tide of loneliness rises so quickly
when the bonds which connect me to others are broken.
I feel no inclination to reach out and grab their holds.
Let them drift their way.

Copyright ©2008 Ashi Shadow 8/12/08
[intentionally not 'away'].