THE SPOTLIGHT
THE SPOTLIGHT I
He stands directly beneath the hanging light,
never still, never certain.
Expectation presses heavier than shadow,
yet hope refuses to loosen its grip.
He has tasted almosts,
survived nearlys,
and learned how fast excitement
can turn into doubt.
Still, he moves.
Still, he reaches.
The spotlight trembles above him,
aware that persistence alone
can force it to fall.