On the edge of generalisations
Heels attempting grip, curled to mould
Toes hanging over, body backwards
Willing anti-gravity to hold
On the edge of generalisations
Tongue refusing words that will divide
Rearranging syllables pending speech marks
Trying to keep the rational on side
On the edge of generalisations
Dismissing view that plummets dirty depths
Eyes ahead, around, must pivot upwards
Avoiding dizzy drop over the ledge
On the edge of generalisations
The rocks below are sharp and barbed by wire
Sweeping as they do around circumference
Fringing predators are aiming higher
On the edge of generalisations
Must resist the urge to just let go
To answer vitriol of venom’s forked tongue
Perception’s suicide beckons below
On the edge of generalisations
Whistling in the wind at raging crash
Smears and sound bites’ horrid accusations
Watching dignity and dialogue smash
On the edge of generalisations
Heels are hurting, eyes are peeking down
To just let go, return the favour likewise
Demise of due decorum with one sound
On the edge of generalisations
Erosion at the nub of tipping point
Resist the fall, the ledge is holding, mainly
A bitten tongue in cheek will not rejoin
On the edge of generalisations
Aggghhh! Or ahhh! Or ah! must be the choice
Get a grip, engage prehensile foothold
Some balance ere generalisations given voice
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