City of the Damned

I feel the sea breeze blowing off the Roman sea
The ocean the sea gulls flying such a pretty sight
As the wind blows I watch the swaying trees
T he sunshine feels so bright.

It's hard to believe it's already 79 A. D.
In this gorgeous sanctuary time slips fast
The volcano adds a special touch of beauty to the sea
Only if these times would last.

I feel the earth tremble and shake
The sky darkens as if a storm approaches
Please don't let this happen for everyone's sake
Maybe I can escape with my horses and coach.

Looking toward the sky it's raining ash
From this there is no where to run and hide
Everyone running and screaming as they try to make a dash
The lava is flowing even into the ocean's tide.

I guess we all shall die from this God forsaken mess
We thought within Pompeii we had the perfect life
We didn't ask for this deadly quest
And the lava flows feeling like the sting of a hot knife.


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