the line runs
into the stickpin
in my arm
pushing something
into the veins

the mind wanders
and i feel knowledge
stinging as it moves
towards the brain
behind it the softness
of love so soothing
in its flow

i hear a voice
as my eyes react
to some hazy light
'time to wake up George'

i thought that
was too easy
love and knowledge
take a great deal
more pain and effort

11/03/2008