New Best Friend

This dream

did not become a reality

rather it remained

in the realm of fantasy

and we soon tire of those.

And there is no room

for strong enduring relationships

when self importance and selfish desire

obscure selflessness.

Heavy Artillery

You can either

bask in the love

or duck for cover

words are my weapon

and I'm trigger happy

and indiscriminate...

Shame or Strain

Weakness has its own advantage

Others pitch in to make up 

for the notable deficiencies.

Strength and independence,

has its own cross to bear,

because it must keep carrying itself.

High as a Kite

But can we ever enjoy the feeling

without the fear of the fall.

And, can we count on the safety net

to be strong enough when we do...