My family is in the next room

My family is in the next room, but
Here I am, alone, jettisoned

Into space. I see floor tiles line up around me,
And they expand—pave on like
Steps onto the moon.

Hot hope. I lift.
I cannot be sure of this new place,

But I just know
That today is going to be 
Another safe day

Insulated by air and space and
A whole lot of OK.

Dale Chou
2015-09-16