Never to Last By Amy, 16

The tears which have been shed. The plates which have been broken. The time has now come, For the vows to be unspoken. Lets go back in time. Back to the church. Find the book of divorce. Which is sat on its perch.

The names which have been listed. From many years past. Each one thought, Their marriages would last. I hate to say it, But I did once too. The trust and love have all gone. Now I want to d.i.v.o.r.c.e you.

Oh sure my heart has shattered! Into a million little parts. But since we've lost the trust, There's nothing connecting our weary hearts. I'm sorry to say it. I loved you only in the past. I knew our happiness, Was never to last. © Amy - 2004

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Reality By Amy, 16

Look into my eyes. Tell me what you see. Is there something there? Called reality.

Casually walking around. Always wanting more. Blinking now and then. Staring at the floor. Staring into space. Wishing I were there. Finally figuring out. That reality's been laid bare. © Amy - 2004

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