By Mark Miner

Imagine traveling
near the speed of light
where time is so different
for others, not for you.

Imagine the event horizon
swirling like a cosmic whirlpool
and space is so strange
all around you, and within.

Imagine the birth of a star
all the light you cannot see
the majesty of silent explosions
the flung debris, everywhere.

Imagine colliding
with another particle
your joy and release
brand new particles! Stillborn.