Time's Wall

Engaged in the dance of our lives, our eyes meet. 

A momentary glance means much more that that among the twirling feet.

Alas, what barrier works better than a wall made by time?

Less than a generation, but still so difficult to climb.

Away from the judgement of familiar faces, 

Living in the freedom of brand-new places

Perhaps we could find somewhere where our wants could rule.

Then Time hauls me from my dream, laughing, "you know, you're a fool!"

For you're living in my future and I in your past.

There is no time machine that'd make the change to help us last.

I can only put it in the hands of fate as I wait,

But by then, it may already be too late.

Author's Note

Do any lines sound awkward?

Reviews

[Thomas Fitzgerald]

Loved the message of sense and forward looking prose, they only change I would make is "Then Time hauls me from my dream, laughing, "you know, you're a fool!"