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Wednesday 29 June 2011

Villanelle as lullaby



Go down to where the real dreams wait,
And join yourself amongst the dead,
When doubt begins to dominate.

No need to wipe the unread slate
Just murmur what you should have said.
Go down to where the real dreams wait.

To your surprise you'll find a mate,
Someone to wed and never wed
When doubt begins to dominate.

Laws are liberal in that state;
You will rise up and soar sans aide!
Go down to where the real dreams wait.

Time will stop (though you're always late),
Wander aimless - you will be led
When doubt begins to dominate.

Don't fear the fall, capitulate,
The floating stair will find your tread,
Go down to where the real dreams wait
When doubt begins to dominate.  


SRP