Reflection Poem by joseph vincent orlanda

why am i writing a poem?
is it because i am much of a romantic?
hopelessly in love with somebody?
or just being me?

why am i writing a poem?
is it because i am hurt?
wounded by the harsh words you uttered?
or just being me?

why am i writing a poem?
is it because i am concerned with the world?
with the people whom i belong?
or just being me?

why am i writing a poem?
is it because i am a deep thinker?
pondering those train of thoughts?
or just being me?

why am i writing a poem?
is it because my emotions are high?
boiling through my inner self?
or just being me?

why am i writing a poem?
is it a mirror to look at?
something sort of a journey?
or just being me?

i am writing a poem because
these are the reasons
these are the truths
this is...ME.