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Splashing against the rocks
Tapping its syncopated fingers in the sand
fondling the frightened shore
Repeating its wild thrashing
Leaving the shoreline sore
Remorseless as it retreats
A relentless tide speaks
Changing at the behest of the moon and the sun
Relaxing for a moment, when the day is done
Dreams pass as “Swiftly” as the night…
Leaving the fantasy behind
As it greets the morning light
Always keeping our hearts wondering
Our minds pondering
And our souls thundering
Holding us captive throughout the day
Moment to moment, leading the way
Until it brings us back into its fold
Teasing us with its nocturnal gold
Love passes as “Swiftly” as the lightning…
Kissing us good-bye with icy lips
Leaving a mark from its cold fingertips
Promising its return in a fine fickle way
Inviting us back into its heart to play
It will blanket us with joy
Could this possibly be a ploy?
We fall for it every time
Because love is so sublime
And its charm rings like a chime
Life passes as “Swiftly” as a bird in flight…
Soaring high in pure delight
Elusive at every turn
No time to catch up, no time to learn
On our own we spread our wings
The years dissipate while death pings
Have we accomplished all our goals on earth
as life prepares for a rebirth?
Are we prepared for our inevitable good-byes?
Did we live in truth or exist in lies?
Swiftly…Swiftly…Swiftly
We are on that soft cloud riding high
Destination – Heaven’s gate
Some will make it there; others will wait
Many will remain in limbo to contemplate
Many souls will fall to fire
Many souls will join the Angels’ Choir
Many hearts will sing; many hearts will tire
Swiftly…Swiftly…Swiftly
Lights dimming, down to the wire…
