Poem

I used to write a lot. Not sure what happened but I just didn't write for the longest time.

The other day, though... I came up with this poem.

You make me want to dance.
You make me want to sing.
You make me want to draw.
And do all the things I like.
You make me want to follow my dreams.
You also make me want to scream.


So many things going through my head.
So many things I need to figure out.
So many issues I need to think about.
I need to overcome these obstacles.
So I can tell what I really want in life.
So I can look at myself without thinking about a knife.


Why does everyone think I'm so amazing?
Why does it seem so easy for everyone to care?
Why can't I just be normal for once?
I don't understand, I am always confused.
Why am I being tested every day?
Why does it feel like I'll never be okay?


Sometimes I want to change myself.
Sometimes I want to end this battle.
Sometimes I can't see any good.
If only I could simply be happy.
Sometimes I can be happy with what I've got.
Sometimes my stomach gets tied in a knot.


I've always wanted a simple life.
I've never begged for the world.
I've always done what I can for others.
So why is "me" always last?
I've always tried to avoid confusion.
I've always ended up with an illusion.


You make me want to live my dreams.
So many things this world could bring.
Why do I do this to myself?
I don't want to hurt others anymore.
Sometimes I see the future in my hand.
I've always wanted my own piece of land.