I am of marble, ebony and cold–
My heart is a rock, and my mind feels old.
I’ve seen too much of this world today,
Nothing roots me here, or makes me want to stay.
I am of disease, deadly and true–
My tears are acid, the Black Death’s shrew.
I’ve polluted the souls of all who love,
Turned twitting songbirds into mourning doves.
I am of flame, selfish and made–
My want is consuming, my need, sad.
I’ve burned bridges down, just for the kill.
And I feel nothing, not even a thrill.
I am of the sea, stormy and unknown–
No one seems to see that I am all alone.
I’ve scared all away with little a care,
I’m too much to fathom, too much effort to spare.
I am of parchment, thin and afraid–
My spine is broken, and the pages are frayed.
I’ve written this story for all to read,
Spun a web of lies, and hope they believe.
It’s more a warning, than a tale to tell.
Fine print in all languages, to protect myself.
Believe the Marble, Disease, Flame, and Sea.
Forget the Parchment,
Don’t seek the real me.