in the wings
in half light
alone
hard by the tabs
in the hollow shaft of air
far beneath the flies
and you are rocking
to the pre-show
swaying
you can hear the people
rustling
this and that of
what they’re saying
the music coasts a little closer
to your cue
when you will step into
the light
to speak your words
beg for attention
invite
participation
in the act
you are confident
and nervous
just enough
to make it
work
I heart that moment
in the dark
between the waiting
and the ON switch
I try to hold it
fast
remember
never take it
for granted
be so grateful
for each standby in the wings
in the half light
hard by the tabs
on the brink
of
that sweet thing
of doing
what you love.
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