Expired Poem by Tara W. Johnson

Expiry

I have never relied on anyone
These thoughts are all my own
I've learnt so much about myself
And that I am happy being alone

Solitude has become my friend
Keeps me company day and night
I've learnt to become independent
And I've taught myself how to fight

Many people have come and gone
Some by choice, some by chance
I've taught myself to stand strong
And to embrace the music and dance

I used to dread tomorrow's pain
Now I value each day that's given
For life can be taken at any moment
Our expiry dates are secretly hidden

Fears and people don't hold me back
And I've now got the remote control
I'm responsible for my own happiness
And I've got good food to feed my soul

I've closed the door on negative thoughts
And I now only welcome positivity in
I don't want to just be in the game of life
I am focused and determined to win
But I'm straight with being a LOSER!