Focus Fails
Forever falling down a rabbit hole
Do aliens exist?
It's vital I know now.
So I will ignore the blank word document in front of me and open a new browser.
Take myself to the furthest corners of the internet.
Realize my comprehension of the universe is miniscule.
Anything to avoid the task at hand.
Could my questions be a cop out?
The mysteries of life are a shield.
If I don't try, I can't fail.
Opposition is of my own design.
Now that I know, can I finally focus?
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Ariel Joseph
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