that first bite
cherry sweet
the first taste
stings deep into my teeth

I'm cringing at the burn

but wanting the next bite
more then I want life

the everlasting sweetness
turns to bitter and sour
can't change what's been done
but the game has just begun

try to turn back the time
see if the burning will subside
endure the pain one more time

no more cherry sweet
your taste for candy rot your teeth
alone and wanting something more
but nothing will satisfy
the fierce craving you endure