I wish I was beautiful,
with diamonds in my eyes,
and flowers in my hair.
I wish I was sweet,
like the scent of subtle lavender,
and cherries on my lips.
I wish I was delicate,
like watercolor stained glass,
and you, holding me like I might
flutter away any second.
I wish I was lovely,
with my heart on my sleeve,
and adoration on my face.
I wish I was graspable,
like something soft to get you by,
yet something hard enough
so you'd never say goodbye.
I wish I was beautiful,
with light pink fingertips,
and a smile on my face.
I wish I could identify,
with all the words you call me.
But I am not as pretty or,
as fragile, or as lovely,
as you say I can be.