Little Innocence was forged into the world A shrill Sound flickered around the expecting eyes Laughter carved out of marble A statue thought to beat immortality Yet Fear had a surprise It crept into the cradle with ease Laughter was choked Tears burst instead And Sadness had a form Evil found in youth a red soil Jealousy marched with Envy Lust befriended Desire Until cupid threw a bunch of arrows Adventure appeared Excitement beyond description A Thrill with no past Sentiments were aroused Pride threw some words Ego played its part And when Love meddled to defend its territory The Heart bled in utter silence! © Guru Jad 2013