My List

If I were to list the reasons to live
As a reminder to self or another,
Staying for loved ones would be far on the list
For it feels as if a chore.

If I were to list the reasons to live,
I would list for droplets of rain haven’t felt yet,
And the feeling of sunlight kissing your skin.
For the earth was created for each of us,
And its bounties should be felt by all.

If I were to list the reasons to live,
I would think of puppies with wagging tails and delightful squeaks,
And of the birds who chirp away your dreaded sleep
For these creatures only live to survive
And yet they validate you’re a life worth living.

If I were to list the reasons to live,
I’d say to live for the high after a thrilling ride,
And for the low after a mournful movie.
For these are chosen emotions,
And it is an honor to feel them.

If I were to list the reasons to live,
I’d say to live for the surrealism when a verse connects with you,
And for the eerie feeling when a song touches your soul.
For some people create art to feel human,
And some people relish it to feel the same.

The reasons to live are endless,
And the reasons not to might be some.
Life may be bitter and cruel,
But there is a whole world your haven.

If one looks for reasons to stay,
It’ll be like counting the stars,
The world is a better place with everyone in it,
And you have no reason to leave.

Written By Mysha