Humans

We are so complex a species,
because we compress the entire gamut of emotions into seconds.
We are so complex a species,
because, yet, we are so superficial about it.

BANG!

a shot fired in indiscretion
a life lost in vain
a lifetime of repentance
and the soul slain.

In weakness

In that defining moment of weakness, you seek
a touch, a cuddle, a shoulder, anything alive
hoping someone would understand the gravity
hoping someone would understand you

Reality check

The aroma of desires that brings fragrance to your life
turns to odour when the bitter truths you realize