for the very last
time.
I wish it had arrived
when I was
in my prime.
Our jeep hits a bump
and I'm reminded why
I'm here.
I'm running with the gazelles
and facing
my fear.
This African safari
is a personal dream
come true.
It's ironic
when you're ill
how the sky's so blue.
Out here on the plains
with the fresh air
I breathe
I struggle with the thought
of having
to leave.
I'm running with the gazelles
but I carry
a heavy head.
My family promised me
I'd cheat death
instead.
I'm running with the gazelles
and the desire
to be free
from this cancer ravaged
body
of constant misery.
I'm running with the gazelles
as I now take
the lead.
I'm running with the gazelles
so wish me
godspeed.
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