he cries for pain
but why
hate, bitter hate
dripping off his tongue
but why
sorrow in his eyes
desperate without a cause
but why
why I ask
out of demanding curiosity
his smile a twist
of bitter tears and sarcasm
tight and crooked
his laugh a choked gasp
of hatred crushed by society
sharp and foul
why
have you lost your soul
have you sold it away
did you kiss the devil's daughter
in exchange for grace
you surely don't deserve
10-19-90
