Endgame

By John I. Blair

This is the endgame.
I knew at the start
Who would win, who lose.

I’ve always known
But refused to believe.
Now’s no time to grieve –

That time is passed.
Instead I choose
To love the play,

Use the best moves I own,
Go out content,
No need to explain.

©2016 John I. Blair

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