The Fade of False Perception
© D Canada 2001
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With bloodshot eyes,
I see,
Tungsten-lit skin and
Human transparency.

(fade silver to sapphire)

With imperfect ears
I hear,
Metrical electricity and
Textured lies.

(fade sapphire to ashen)

With blistered hands,
I touch,
The machinery of light
From a vanquished sun.

(fade ashen to emerald)

With a bruised mind,
I think,
Programmed culture and
Constructed intellect.

(fade emerald to crimson)

With poisoned lips,
I taste,
Moistened neglect and
Duotone darkness.

(fade crimson to black)