Thursday, May 29, 2008

"My Villanelle" by Li Hollinger

I like my life while you are in it, dear.
But our time is up now, and I'm getting scared.
So, what am I to do when you're not here?

I shouldn't be so selfish; I've had you for a year;
I knew that this was coming, and yet I'm unprepared.
I like my life while you are in it, dear.

You don't have to believe a word I say sincere.
I just couldn't let you leave without knowing I cared.
So, what am I going to do when you're no longer here?

For now I'll do my best just to keep you near;
I know when you leave none of me will be spared.
I like my life while you are in it, dear.

My future without you is foggy and unclear.
This is all your fault; you have me ensnared.
So, what am I going to do when you're no longer here?

When I come to say goodbye, don't expect a tear.
I would never put myself in front of you so bared.
I like my life while you are in it, dear.
So, what am I going to do when you're no longer here?

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