Better on Paper

Warm-hued memories flood my mind

To a time when life was simple.

Oh, how I wish I could rewind

Just to hold you in a hug.

You’d probably think my actions are absurd,

But I just want you to know

How proud I am

Of all you have yet to achieve.

My goodness,

I can’t believe

Young me grew up to be a version

That brings me genuine ecstasy.