edge

i find myself on the edge of grey,
passed beyond the light.
just half a step from darkness
and the dark is strong.
it wraps its fingers
around me. and through me.
i feel it pulling me to desperation.
i want to step back into light
but i have not the strength.
the light is pleading,
but the dark is pulling.
i gain only a little
with every struggle.
but i am tired.
and soon i will fail.