Purpose in Mortality

If it’s my last day 

Know that it’s okay,  

May be only eighteen 

But lately I’ve dreamed 

I’ve flown over seas 

And climbed in caves beneath their feet 

I’ve seen the sunrise 

And set 

I’ve had my highs 

And done nothing I regret 

Maybe I don't get to change the world 

But who knows if I ever even could

Know that seeing the leaves change colors 

Seeing children play 

Seeing smiles 

That’s all it takes 

I’ve laughed enough to leave lines on my face 

And with everyday, I’ve forgotten memories, I never wished to erase 

I’ve drawn enough to wear out pencils 

I’ve walked enough to dirty shoes 

The miles on my car are proof 

I’ve lived enough to carve a groove 

In people’s minds 

And hopefully a heart or two 

When I’m gone 

Don’t be upset 

Use this as fuel to congregate 

Amongst yourselves  

Among the world 

Don’t shed a single tear 

Or wonder what would be 

Just see today 

And that’s enough 

Better the world 

Better their hearts 

Don’t let this be a waste 

Spread love and laughter 

Today 

Everyday after

 

This poem is about: 
Me
My family
My community
Our world

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