laughter sweet
and laughter mild
sirens sing their subtle
song

vampires croon and
breath so gently,
werewolves hold you
tight and fiercely

each and every mocking love
calculated to disprove
all the sweet and calming balm
of sunlight and the kiss
of human, mortal, failing love

don't let the wasting dreams
and fantasies
destroy the simple sweetness
of a moment's touch
or wipe away the world
of agony wrapped up
in every tear
a man can shed for you
or you for him