My Soul Sings

Why do any of us write poetry?
Is it an expression of joy? of Grief?
Why do I write poetry?
Is it an expression of inner belief?

In the year since I've last written
I've experienced both extremes
Felt grief and joy and so much more
Emotions explode my seams.

I'm looking towards my future.
Deciding what I want from life.
Is it the stage, the lights, the music
Or to be a more normal kind of wife?

I think no matter which I choose,
Music will always be
What keeps me sane in a busy world
An essential part of me.

Is this why I write poetry?
To express what's on my mind?
To show what's in my heat?
To ensure my soul's not blind?

Yes, I think it is so.
This is from where it springs
This is why I write poetry
So my soul, once again, it sings.