How does one traverse the path of life
with unwavering honesty
when the world seems to respond with enmity?
How can one defy the fabrications borne from within
when one's mind incessantly insists on their veracity?
How does one find repose in slumber
when one's thoughts persistently recall the tribulations endured?
How can one extend boundless affection towards another
who reciprocates with deceit?
How can one sever ties
when one is habitually ensnared by the thorns
of induced culpability
How can one embrace candor
with another when the specter of betrayal looms,
wielding the very words one has spoken?
How can one cultivate joy
when even the minutiae can evoke melancholy?
How can one possess fortitude
in a world intent upon dismantling one's spirit?
How can one wipe away tears
that have indelibly stained their face?
How can one assuage fiery indignation
when the remnants of a shattered bond lie scattered?
How can one glimpse the illuminating rays of joy
amidst a shroud of clouded despair?
How can one maintain dignity
when the burden of one's thoughts threatens to overwhelm?
How can one uphold composure
while assailed by daggers to the heart?
..........
How can one craft a towering mountain
from mere wisps of air?

He seems to have two spirits
I don't know
What it is
But it feels
Like ones gone
and another
is running the show
one in the past
another in the present
one for passion
another for life...

it's a small world
one that we torture
one that we ******
one that we ruin

it's a small world
one that we contaminate
one that we pollute
one that we steal from

it's a small world
one that we never give back to
because now,
it is too late
sorry, earth

I live on the boat that smiles
It sails on the waves that laugh
The sun shines down from the sulking clouds
The water glitters with the distant past

Human

Human
please let it be human

I can hear it whispering
saying my name

I can feel the goosebumps
as they tighten my skin

It's breath
So cold
It could freeze
the warmth of any soul

"Do you love me?"

My heart twisted in my chest
blood rushed to my cheeks

"No."

My vision began to fade
I could feel its icy grip
around my neck
burning
"I never did, and I never will."

I see the joy
sparkling in his eyes

Like a kid
in a mans body

Wise
yet still playful

Grounded
Meticulous

His presence
is comforting
powerful

I see the age in his face
like the surface of the earth
worn
but not exhausted

Tears
Tears falling
Down
Down
Staining my cheeks

Love
My love
I need you

near
near me
to hear me
say I love you

Far too much time has passed
since the colors of your eyes
have embraced mine

Too long
Since the song of your voice
has enchanted my ears

Since your arms
have warmed my
withering soul

Love
My love
when will I see you again

I need you near

near me
to hear me say
I love you

My love
when will I
hold you again

I need you near me
to heal me
to fill the lonely holes I've made

My world is silent
empty
I'm anxious

Afraid

Love
My love
when will I see you again

I need you near
near me
to hear me say
I love you

I need you near
near me
to hear you say

I love you too.