On the Edge, of What?

Breakthrough, or breaking my fall?

                                                                   

Look at me, I'm right on the edge, of what,

I couldn't tell you--it might be a breakthrough,

or , more likely, a complete mental breakdown.

 

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I could be writing the great American novel,

or, more likely, a manifesto of madness.

I could be about to unlock the keys to happiness,

or, and again, much more likely, trying in vain

to grasp the pen sitting just out of reach on the

table, while wearing a straight jacket.

 

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I could be working to further world peace, or, say it with me,

much more likely, deciding I'm a candidate for public office!

 

Reviews

[Marie]

If you'rer wearing a straight jacket, you surely are a candidate for public office.

[Michael Stevens]

You've sure got that right, Marie!

[marcus]

You've got my vote then sir!!

[Michael Stevens]

Thank you, that's one!

[marcus]

you gotta start somewhere. Anyway I no longer believe in Democracy, I've been too disillusioned. I think Tyranny is the way to go!

[Michael Stevens]

Thank you, and you may be on to something!

[marcus]

only catch is, I have to be tyrant!

[Michael Stevens]

You the overlord, you be the tyrant!

[marcus]

I'd be a GOOD tyrant! Incorruptible!!

[marcus]

my first act.. Michael Stevens is running the show now!

[Michael Stevens]

Good luck with that!