The Comet

It traverses its orbit
as it has done
for thousands of years

But this time
It sees
a wondrous sight.

two suns
approaching
each other.

the mutual pull
of gravity
inescapable.

It's trajectory
takes it closer
and it can see better.

Eventually
It will be beautiful
when the two meet.

For while
it dreams of
replacing one.

And taking part
In this
celestial dance.

then chastises itself
for daring to dream
above its station.

But it can't
stay and watch
forever

It has to leave
as its momentum
pushes it away

and it is doomed
to follow its orbit
over and over again

It leaves a trail
of dust and ice
and sorrow

It will eventually be glad
it was able to witness
something so beautiful