Lion's Kisses

Coming down
from reality's edge,
Your innocence
you pledge,
Stepping away
from the ledge,
There's got to be
a better way,
Fingers down your throat,
Intricate work
gone up in smoke,
Art wasted into hope,
Fame wrapped you
in a deadly spiders game,
Webs woven of shame,
Lion caged,
enraged & untamed,
Teeth sharp,
Ready to rip out
vanity's heart,
Lost in the dark,
Lost touch & spark,
Make your move,
The lions kisses got you,
Snakes out your eyes,
As you whisper
your goodbyes.