A typical teenager, trying to avoid these erratic emotions.

Dozing from reality and wanting to relive memories.

Constant reminders to stay focus and engaged.

The world slowly smacking us in the face, creating loneliness.

Eighteen burning candles on sponge cake, taunting as we miss the youth.

The clock rings, vibrates; time is up, you're done, gone and have graduated.

Questioning every minute as we lie down in bed trying to be optimistic.

Years passing, as possible milestones

can be achieved but aren't. Try to smirk and embrace

the new life we thought we would never haves and as kids, viewed it like a zoo