Eyes on the Prize

There’s a question bugging me, my Darling,

That today I pose to you.

Why do we have a specific target,

When we do stuff that we do?

There’s a battle that goes on in my head.

Which prize is more prestigious? I cannot choose.

Is it that engraved crystal trophy that I want

Or words of praise in the critics’ reviews?

The audience stands up to applaud me,

My eyes search for the silk crimson tie

Your disappointed face shows lack adoration,

Making me ask myself, “Why do I even try?”

I’ve failed to impress you with my art,

Neither accolades nor cooking have done the trick.

Our arms are entwined in each others’

Yet, I’m still feeling lost and homesick.

So tell me what’s the missing ingredient, Darling?

The world at my feet, and yet I look for you.

Why are you the real target in my head,

When I do the stuff that I do?

FAIRYTALES

It's been ten long days and ten longer nights.

But the fire within still burns bright.

Running through the forests in search of gold

Anxious to know how my story will unfold.

News on the street was that he's missing.

Maybe stuck in a tree, poor Prince Charming.

Determined to find him, I continue my quest.

Only the weak stop for food, shelter or rest.

ENDING 1...

The castle is now visible in the moonlight quite pale

In the centre of the room, sits a Prince, thin and frail.

Eyes full of admiration, he's rejoiced to see,

That I've sailed across oceans to set him free.

Helpless yet hopeful, he takes my hand.

Eager to go with me in a far away land.

Headlines will read: "Dame saves the Knight"

The events of the evening were indeed a delight.

Mounted on the horse, we jump the castle wall.

This story has a fairytale ending after all.

ENDING 2...

The castle is now visible in the moonlight quite pale

I'm anxious to unveil the truth that the darkness entails.

Something is shining in the corner of the room

Seeing my reflection takes away my gloom.

I finally did find gold on this long quest

Crossing all obstacles, passing all tests.

The journey made me fall in love, it's true

But I'll be discovering myself, who knew?

My saviour turned out to be the mirror on the wall

This story has a fairytale ending after all.

ENDING 3...

The castle is now visible in the moonlight quite pale
But it's been abandoned! Oh, a twist in the tale!
The windows have been broken, pieces of glass all around
I search everywhere but the Prince is nowhere to be found.
With a heavy heart, I head back to my city,
I can hear the town talking, their eyes full of pity.
Seeing me approach the door, my Prince Charming rises.
Oh my, he's here! Today's been full of surprises.
Eyes meet, lips kiss, in his arms I fall,
This story has a fairytale ending after all.

The lamp switched on, and then off again,
It was a repetitive motion.
The streets were silent at this hour,
In her head though, there was a commotion.
The evening had gone pretty well,
His hands led, her legs followed.
His blue eyes twinkled, her smile never faded
Hopelessly, another sleeping pill she swallowed.
He walked around aimlessly in his studio,
The picture of her face etched in his mind .
She'd become the reason for his existence,
A gem he'd never again find!
The sound of a bell startled her.
Excited, she grabbed for the phone.
"Come over, Darling. I miss you.
Without you by my side, I'm all alone."

Her secretary rang the bell again.
Hands heavy with files of pending accusations.
She glanced at the screen, one last time.
"No notifications."