Life

by Cheryl Johnston

I feel like
My life has drained away

The grass isn't as lush
The colors aren't as bright
The candy doesn't taste as sweet

As it used to…

Why?
Do I feel this way…

It's like
I'm dead
On the edge of life

I smile
(It's forced)

I laugh
(It's feigned)

I cry
(That's real)

I need something
Someone
To pull me back
Back to life