You Should Know Poem by John Florio

I wrote this poem to let you know,
about my love laid on you;
I don't care whether you stay or go,
as I love, I can leave you too.

You're not the only one who I love,
and end my life for you one;
Who gave me birth, brought me up,
away from them, I can't run.

I've to serve my country and race,
so from now, I will not grieve.
The earth, the sky, and vast space,
are enough for me to be alive.

Rleatives, companions and friends,
are just the snares of illusions;
We have to follow our own trends,
to complete our lives' missions.

My life's not game for you to play,
I'm so sorry, if you're a player;
Even my heart is not made of clay,
you'll be tired to break a layer.