Still Falling
By John Herlihy

Still rising . . .
Every day brings a new event.
Still hoping . . .
Dreams seem from heaven sent.
Still asking . . .
Mysteries appear at every corner.
Still calling . . .
I hear sad echoes as a mourner.
Still dreaming . . .
Some futures will never arrive.
Still dying . . .
You help me survive.
Still seeming . . .
Appearances keep us on the edge.
Still learning . . .
Your every promise but a pledge.
Still yearning . . .
The flame that signals desire.
Still burning . . .
The spark the lights the fire.
Still wanting . . .
The elusive wish that never comes true .
Still haunting . . .
Missed opportunity makes me feel blue.
Still chasing . . .
That which I most desire.
Still falling . . .
Like an autumn leaf on fire.