Pretense Is Over Poem by david lessard

I cannot pretend, that you,
are no longer in my arms,
I can't make believe, that you,
for me, no longer charm;
Pretending's just for children,
we're all grown up you see,
And what was once thought true,
is no more reality.

I don't build sand castles by the shore,
I don't play hide and seek...no more;
I just pace and quickly walk the floor,
After I stormed out and closed the door.

I can't deny that you no longer care for me,
I'd be lying if I said you were still my own;
It wasn't love, it was pain, that set me free,
It was ages ago when love was overthrown.

I don't play your games...not anymore,
I don't stare at your picture, as I used to do;
We lost the flame of youth and kiddy lore,
This time we're done, and all that was, is through.

So say so long to love's sweet banner,
Say good-bye for nothing that ever was;
I can't be swayed by your proud manner,
or anything else that anybody does.