Two Cents

I lead a troubled life
filled with anger and regret
I'm afraid I will not be able
to fulfill my destiny,
accomplish my goals,
live my dreams
But the world doesn't
need to know my worries
I do not wish for everyone
to look at me
with sympathetic eyes.
No.
Instead, I wear this mask
of apathy
and pretend life is okay
Life goes on without me
and doesn't care to stop
and say,
"Everything will come together
someday.
Don't let go of your faith
or hope.
You will see one day that
this was a joke. (all worth) After all the
sacrifices you made.
You will hear them say
Everything will come together
someday"

Until that moment,
I sit here and wait,
wondering if I should live
my life without any danger
or risks.
No more worrying about
that true love,
the right answers,
the ultimate goal.

But then, I realize
that I cannot risk this.
I cannot take that chance.
There may be an easier path
to take.
But which?
Who will tell me where to go?
Who will be my guide?
Why can't I take action and
do what I want?
Who will criticize my doings?
And why would I even care?
I cannot make a promise
that my life will change when
I do take charge.
But I know my two cents
will matter somewhere.
With someone.

First Published Photo!!!

First Published Photo!!!, originally uploaded by DavidNewtonPhotog.

this is the latest thing to happen in my life. Hopefully, more to come!