Why Have You..?
We are blessed with so much, but are we truly worthy? I walk through highs and lows, Yet somehow I never really learn, I run so fast, only to hide, Yet somehow I can’t leave my past behind. Why have you given me feet?
I lift such burdens of my own, Yet fail to share those of an unknown, I mould my dreams, shape them right, Yet destroy those of others with my might. Why have you given me hands?
I remember unfair things done to me, Yet I forget my deeds so conveniently, Always find a way to retrieve money, Yet for a beggar, I haven’t a penny. Why have you given me brains?
The artificial perfumes allure me so, Yet fragrant flowers don’t touch my soul, I smell my fears from huge distances, Yet my ego hampers all my senses. Why have you given me a nose?
I always notice each person’s faults, Yet I can’t find one in myself at all, A grain of sand bring me so much pain, Yet shooting daggers is my true gain. Why have you given me eyes?
For my right, I scream and bite, Yet to guide someone, I shut tight, Delicacies make me yearn all night, Yet tasting blood is not a delight. Why have you given me a mouth?
I wish to forever live kingsize, Yet giggle at someone’s demise, My long lifespan is a major concern, Yet it doesn’t matter what I learn. Why have you given me life?
What stayed with you?
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