this machine runs in working condition
I wait here - miniature and alone
sitting and spinning in this tiny throne
we have built ourselves into position
playing this game as if not fueled by fear
all wrapped and trapped behind tissue and skin
what I know now is how to feel shut in
with my joystick and instruments here
I will process the thoughts and tastes and sounds
in this machine that attempts to provide
greasy layers cover and flesh abounds
me and my measurements here deep inside
intake processed in the snowy background
window to the rush of pilots outside
2006