it’s lonely here
in this ocean of emptiness
realizing that the dreams I once swam to
like the people surrounding me
are no longer there
and so I tread water
spin in lazy circles
stare at a sky full of memories
realize once more
my life
my responsibility
for this I’m grateful
tio stib
Travels with Tio 
That realization and gratitude are so beautiful.
Thank you.
Each moment in life is a treasure.
Indeed.
A small poem big on truth!
Thank you.
A sad commentary well written
Thank you.