paradise

just another day in paradise

close our eyes with each step memorized

walk blindfolded into a mirror image

feeling entitled to each and every privilage

our senses are tampered with

numb to everything under our skin

stare directly into the sun

challenge everything from day one

light falls caressing everything on the way down

shadows extend painting us on the ground

the touch of dark sparks our curiosity

addicted to the feeling of free falling

from the edge of the world into the blue

we're trapped in a paradise we can't refuse

created by dirty hands and word of mouth

there's a world we dare not speak aloud

from the vivid greens and vibrant reds

to the fantasy built in our heads

the sky is falling before our eyes

easily disillusioned with the sunrise

light trickery paints the sky

rainbow promises with our sights set high

effortless we stand back and watch the days go by

waiting impatiently as we nickel and dime

tape our mouths shut and drown out the words

open the senses to a new concern

escape into a new way of life

drift away to a new paradise

away from the mind games and the guilt

away from the monetary values we so eagerly instill

let go of what holds us here

and hold onto what steers us clear

free of drama we conqure this land

and disarm the alarm we try to understand

imperfections are more beautiful than the brightest gold

now see this paradise for what the future holds

Always, Lainey

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