Jealous.

I say I’m glad your joys are bright and true

Though something stirs beneath the shine and art

I wait to know when life will open too.

Your headlines bloom in colours bold and new

Their shimmer sets a rhythm in my heart

I say I’m glad your joys are bright and true.

Applause comes easy when the world loves you

Mine trembles slightly when the envy starts

I wait to know when life will open too.

I tap a little heart as people do

A gesture meant to keep my thoughts apart

I say I’m glad your joys are bright and true.

Yet when the glow grows loud and pushes through

A quiet ache begins its patient part

I wait to know when life will open too.

If ever blessings turn my way in view

I wonder if you’ll hold me in your heart

I say I’m glad your joys are bright and true

I wait to know when life will open too.