I know you remember the way
Your parents called you into
Their bedroom, your mother
Wrapped you up safe in her arms
With tears in her eyes and
Sadness cloaking her usual warmth.

After a deep sigh your daddy told you
That your sister took herself away.
No one knew why, just said drugs
Found her time and time again.

Next you looked them in the eyes
And whispered, "I am here to stay,
Forever and always I will be here."
They smiled as they pulled you in
Tighter, so sure youd meant what you said.

Six months later you're addicted to
Butterfly kisses from a steel blade
And alcohol playing with your abilities,
Forgetting that golden promise
You face your reflection and wonder
Why nobody recognizes you.

Without thinking you punch the glass,
Pick up a shard, slit your heart as you
Murmur some sorry excuse about
Do this here and now, you pick up
Your lipstick and write "Death shall die,
Time shall end" on whats left of the glass.

But before you leave I have to ask,
Is the ghost ship worth it, do you
Really want to leave when so many
People love, want, care about, and need



You.