Introduction I

Ten thousand words dedicated to everyone and everything in my life,

illustrating everything from love and happiness to heartache and strife.

I never think about jotting down much about myself except for what ills me,

so I’ll use this space at my own pace to try and explore each concept that fills me.

I like night much more than day,

it’s quiet and there’s more to what people say,

‘Cause even though I’m a good liar honesty is refreshing.

I like my music loud and long drives

but I always want to know where I’ll arrive,

It’s not that I’m a control freak but I don’t like to be kept guessing.

I’ve got an amazing memory,

you probably could quiz me,

I know almost every lyric to every song before two thousand and five.

And I’m strangely good at math,

in fact it still makes me laugh

that I was on the honour roll after missing 80 days; I didn’t even strive.

And I really love dogs,

elephants, penguins and frogs,

I believe animals are angels that live amongst us.

I love summer’s weather but winter’s clothing,

I can wear a happy mask or I’m always moping,

It’s not that I’m fake or depressed, I’m just like gold covered in rust.

I smoke like a chimney

even though I can barely breathe

and I love to dance when no one else is around.

I’m good at impersonations,

I can mimic a singer from each generation,

but it makes me question how I myself sound.

I like colourful lighters and pens,

my favourite numbers are all before ten,

And I can keep going on but it might get troubling.

I like to make everyone feel as ease,

And I like hanging out under trees,

You can call me Em but if I love you you can call me Emily.

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