Challenge
The concept of death has captivated our imaginations since the beginning of human society. It has formed cultures, defined religions, shaped the course of history.
Write about death. It can be lighthearted, humorous, hopeful, respectful, dreading, mournful, optimistic--you can paint it in any light you would like.
Any style and format- poetry, prose, story, fiction, nonfiction, etc.
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far too lovely
She is too lovely,
and you are too late.
She is the woman you've never desired,
though your meeting was set by fate.
And here she is, smiling so beautifully,
ready to escort you to the gate.
She will take your hand, and just
watch for you to underestimate
the power in her fingertips.
She is too lovely,
and you are all alone.
But she has haunted men's dreams,
and she has taunted your own.
You thought you'd have the time
to at least atone,
but she has a schedule.
Lady Death is not merciless, no.
But she does not discriminate
between the sinner and the saint.