I heard Death whisper
I heard Death whisper
As she walked with Dawn,
Glancing sideways at me.
Dawn ignored me
Lengthening stride
As I perspired along.
The two women
Had no time for me
As I rounded the bend
My shoes worn,
My tracks dirty,
I was no company.
Yet I heard Death whisper
" Isn't he cute?
I should perhaps hail him."
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