I remember when I was young,
I read about sirens, in a rapture,
And vividly remember being stung,
When I found out they were half-vulture.

But why would a loon
Drown just to listen
To a melodious tune?

I found my answer,
A few years after.
When I found myself
Listening to her laughter.

I remember thinking about the cause
Of everything before I realised,
She was all there was.

I wish she could see what I do,
That she's even prettier than the colour blue.
The way her eyes twinkled,
God sure hath cosmic dust sprinkled.

Every day I find myself,
Falling deeper and deeper.
I wouldn't change it for the world,
That girl's a keeper.

The first time I heared her sing,
Church bells tolled in my head.
And that night, I heard her voice
As I lay awake in bed.

I couldn't pen down
My feelings for her even if I tried.
'To err is human' they say,
But this time, I'm absolutely right.

If she ever asks me to
Choose between her and the rest,
I'd tell her I'll try my best.
For I'm in for the long haul.
In the end, there really was no choice at all.

Never thought I'd write anything,
Didn't really know how.
But, now, give me some time
And I could write a poem about her brow.

I don't know how she puts up with me,
And I don't really care.
But everyday I thank her
For being right here.

She's so ****** perfect,
I think about her for hours.
I'll never forget the day
I held her under the stars.

When she rolls her eyes,
I swear she can melt even ice.
I'm almost done writing,
All I need to do is cross some 'T's and dot some 'I's.

I used to have no aims or goals,
But she changed it all.
For now I dream of a life
With her, as my wife.

Sometimes I feel like a guest
In my own body, trying my best.
But all I do is bide
My time, and hide
From the demons inside

Is doing it again and again
Actually worth the pain?
I'm numb
And it's kinda dumb
But it's like I'm filled with novocaine

Everyday I wake up
And I think the world will shape up
I know the truth is hard to digest
So I jest
And pretend
It doesn't matter in the end

All of my life choices
Are little voices
In the back of my head
That fill me with dread
For the choices ahead

I end up investing all my time and care
On someone who isn't there.
Wake up, fake a smile, and repeat
The next time we meet.
It's like slamming my head into concrete
But I've got a task to complete

"When life gives you lemons, make lemonade"
But it
Tastes like ****
Without sugar and salt
So I halt,
And start over
But success is like a four-leaf clover

This burden is mine to carry,
I should leave, I shouldn't tarry.
This is one heavy basket
That I shall carry to my casket
But I will endure
Till I can stand no more

I run
As I see a gun
Pointed at me
By society,
Forcing me to conform
To their belief system in every form
As is the norm

You can't even trust the shade,
Your own shadow carries a blade
Unexpectedly, It will strike
And you'll fall off your bike.
As you bring your bike to the garage,
You understand that trust is a mirage
But as you lay there, covered in mud
You realise, you'll manage
After all, what is war without a little blood?

People keep asking me if I'm alright,
As if that'll lessen the bite
As if that'll help me sleep at night.

Are you okay?
"I'm great"
But your gait
Seems off
I'll hide it with a little cough

I'll avoid
And try and fill the void
I'll do all it takes
So what if it's fake?
I'll smile for her sake

It was going to happen,
No if's or but's
But help me someone
It hurts

If it was within my power
I'd keep her in a tower
Made of ivory,
A place where she wouldn't worry,
A place where she'd be at ease
A place with no one else to please.

I'd give her everything she'd need
Confine her, just to have her freed
But despite all my greed
All I can say to her
"Godspeed"

When suddenly life feels bleak
And memories and hopes start to leak
I can't help but wonder
What would happen until I go under

Would I get my happily ever after?
Would I get to hear her tinkling laughter?
Would someone go that extra mile
Just to make me smile?

If I wanted to share my fears
Would someone lend an ear?
A little insecure
Humour is my shield
When I feel like hiding
I wield rather than yield

My friend wrote a poem for me
That moved me to tears
I'll keep it safe
And treasure it for years

I'm a hoarder by nature
Cause I worry for the future
What if one morning
Memories start to get misty without warning
Now that I'm on this airship
Have to take precautions so I don't slip

Riches never really tempted me
It's the memories that matter
A gold pouch or a photograph?
I'd choose the latter

I want to leave a mark
Like Noah's Arc
Something to remember me by
I hope people don't call me 'that guy'

My parents' love I can't forget
Especially my mother's
I wouldn't be the person I am
If it wasn't for her

If I die
And don't get to say goodbye
Would my loved ones weep?
Would my memories in their heart keep?

I fear
That people would cheer
After all,
Who even wanted me here?

I wonder who will stay by my side
Till I'm old enough for dentures
But to those who do stay
Thank you for this adventure