I tried to be nice,
then I tried to be mean,
I even tried all the things
that were left in between.
And that’s just life;
we exhaust every option
until there aren’t anymore.
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After a long while, he gave me a fighting chance
to show him a little bit of love and romance.
Years streaked by before he finally noticed me;
the love of his life, so willing, so free.
Many others I’d met never ended up swayed,
and sadly for them, that’s why they never got laid.
The problem is some people just can’t believe
in a person who hasn’t got something up their sleeve.
So many live their whole lives full of doubt and suspicion,
never trusting that anyone could have a fair disposition.
And it’s sad but true that the trusting are few.
Sometimes you just have to follow your heart.
© 2022 Michelle Cook
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When you try to cheer yourself up,
but nothing really works,
and your friends are all being
such unapproachable jerks.
You just have to remember
that some days will suck,
so hold your head high
and don’t give a f**K.
And if you feel like screaming,
just let it all out.
Say every nasty word,
and don’t hesitate to shout.
If the neighbors start to complain,
just scream a little louder;
they’ll look the other way
when they see your rifle and gun powder.
Stand as tall as you can
and bid your shitty day farewell
because you’ve made up your mind,
knowing it’s better not to dwell.
Be happy you’re alive
and be grateful for each day.
And don’t forget to laugh sometimes,
it really is okay.
© 2022 Michelle Cook
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Why does happiness have to be so fleeting?
We think we can hold onto it, but it’s ever taking flight.
Happiness can morph into madness in an instant
or be extinguished in a sad, unexpected moment like a moth to a flame.
If only I could hold it always and keep it safely cradled against my chest.
But happiness always finds a way to elude me.
I’m watching right now as it inconspicuously floats away.
© 2022 Michelle Cook
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Sometimes I feel like
I’m walking on mars,
out here under
a million stars.
Life as I once knew it
just doesn’t exist;
the air is similar
still, my questions persist.
Infinite considerations
light up the midnight sky,
wonders aplenty
yet not a single answer why.
The intrigue alone
steals my breath away;
if only I could harness the stars
I might find my way.
© 2022 Michelle Cook
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