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Nathan Burt Dec 2013
A fix
will make the world
bearable.
A transient voyage
into the ethereal realm
of thought.
An escape,
maybe;
seems more like
a release.
The majority fears the
unknown,
unable to step outside
their own
socialization.
All out war
on a harmless
plant,
has demonstrated peoples’
willingness to forfeit
freedom,
as well as logic.

Hiding behind morals
from well established
yet fabricated belief systems,
how could anyone truly
open their minds
to the world
around them.
There is no shame
in emulating those you
respect and admire.
Yet why suppress
your lifestyle
and avoid new
experiences,
only to reach your
six foot plot
to no advantage.
Nathan Burt Dec 2013
Stranded on a rock
in the middle of the Pacific,
mother nature
shows her furry;
and it is truly magnificent.
it is rather interesting
that the simple sound
out my window
brings such peace.
it elicits
a calming sensation
that quells my worries.
a natural occurrence
that rejuvenates the earth,
allowing for the growth of
new life.
in regards to its existence,
it is both
feared
and
loved.
in regards to its presence,
it is both
despised
and
desired.
yet its glorious sound
cannot be matched;
no instrument can replicate,
for it is unique.
as my mind slowly drifts,
the day comes to
an end,
and the storm continues to rage;
as I fall asleep,
my mind is filled with the
nostalgic sound,
of rain.
Nathan Burt Dec 2013
Life is a mountain range.
Vast,
comparable only
to the enormity
of the Oceans.
Majestic peaks,
soaring above
the world as
we know it.
Dominating
the landscape.
It's a struggle
to get to
the top.

An arduous task
full of uncertainty,
fear,
and in some cases,
misery.
All that work,
only to be faced
with the possibility
of a new climb.
The view seems
short lived.
But it is their
bounty,
that makes the
hardships worthwhile.
Embrace and recognize
the negativity
for what it is.
Only then, can you
truly embrace
the positive.
Nathan Burt Dec 2013
A calm sensation
enslaves me,
soothing my mind
and warming my heart.
For in little time
i will disappear,
easily forgetting
the mundane
regimentation
of daily living.
Light fades
and a mystic shroud of
darkness
fills my sight.

No cares,
no worries,
only the peace
my soul
desires.
Floating on a
manufactured cloud
of comfort;
I finally
slip away
from reality,
and begin another
glorious session,
of sleep.

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