Man's Destiny

An infinite sadness
Touches my heart,
When I think
Of mens' lives
Destined for death
From the very start.
They're born in pain
And live in vain,
Then die without gain,
Turning to dust
As all men must,
Just a fleeting dream
In a senseless scene,
Some heartless
God's scheme.

Alfred Charasz
Copyright 2006 Alfred Charasz