They're all you'll have someday....

Every bit counts, so give it your all
because flying is just missing the ground
And discovering your wings as you fall

Give life to your dreams, chase them outright
Because the worst possible feeling
is the lonely dreamless sleep, on a dark night

I know what your thinking, i know what you'll say
I know you'll stop reading this poem thinking
"How is flying and dreaming gonna get me through the day?"

Well think for a second, before you discard this piece
What happened when you "grew up"
Your imaginary flights, and impossible dreams began to cease

And now what do you do? What do you believe is real?
What does it take to change your mind?
What are the types of emotions that you most often feel?

"I'm to mature, for make believe" is that what you say?
Do you shake your head and say no?
When a little kid just asks you to play?

What happened to the wonder?
What happened to the games?
What has happened to our imaginations?
Have they just gone up in flames?

Or are they merely discarded?
Prized but forgotten toys?
Take a moment to rediscover them
And re-experience their joys.

Dream like a child
no matter what they say
Have fun with your dreams
Because they're all you'll have someday....

Reviews

[AbsentElements]

Oh I do miss childhood after this poem... It's sad how often people can forget what it was like when we were kids. I remember that it was so much easier then, there was so much more you could just forget about without the hurt to go along with it. Ans such truth behind the title...Very nice.

[ICE]

The last line is very ominous. I think that you've embodied the adult situation very well. The older we get the more we forget to relax and dream. Another great thought provoking piece!

[Chirinos20]

It is true that we have to dream! The only thing I say is not to get too caught in them. For if you only dream then you will go no where. There always have to be a balance. In the same way it is a good thing to dream like a child at times.

[Sharkapillar]

Such a beautiful yet saddening piece. And it's very true. The message is powerful, especially in the last stanza. Fantabulous job. :D
~Blessed Be~

[Taylor H.]

I loved the last stanza! This is a powerful poem and a wonderful write. Great job!

[Senseless whatever]

Great write. Powerful beginning. A lot of untold wisdom or foreseeing into the adult future here. Good advice for everyone to follow.

[Levioshock]

Solid poem