Tic Tock
“Tic tock,” the clock says
from high on the wall.
“It’s time to move on,
lest into darkness you fall.”
Into the chasm
where nightmares begin,
where chaos still dances
with an evil grin.
Do not look back
or linger too long.
Don’t be swept under
by its haunting song.
It sends confusion
to turn you around;
next thing you know,
you’re flat on the ground.
But you are strong,
your footsteps are true.
It holds no power
unless given by you.
So follow your heart—
it knows the way.
Victory is yours…
at least for today.
Offer whatever name you wish to be known by at the hearth today — real or imagined — we look forward to welcoming your words into the circle.