Leaning out from the railing
He looks straight down
The water mesmerizing him
Beckoning to him
Shushed promises
To take away the pain
Luring him into aegis
Like stepping back into
The safety of mothers womb
Holding on to the railing
He looks up, wants to see
The night-sky one more time
Before taking that final step
A shooting star blazes across
The dark and star filled sky
He is stunned, nearly loses his grip
Hugs the railing to his chest
Like a father hugs a baby
Never wanting to let go
Then climbs over the railing
To the safety of the bridge
Disoriented and confused
His mind is drawn to the water
But held back by the light
He turns, and slowly walks away
Another soul saved by the light