For those of us surviving at death’s door
Although linger we may yet die we must
There is a final settlement of the score
Regardless of the gods in whom we trust
Departure is the price we all must pay
Apparently for our having arrived
Regardless how much we may want to stay
No way to do so has yet been contrived
Therefore, as you lie holding your life’s breath
Regardless of how tenacious your grip
Eventually you will live up to death
Embarking on its never-ending trip
Apparently, what brought you in to start
Has everything you need once you depart