I think we are gonna be friends

This is a poem about nothing.
It’s simply words written down on a computer screen.
Poignant, prolific, poetic, alliterative words
which are hopefully brilliant and entertaining.

It is meant to make you think about the mysteries of the universe,
to dive, dive deep into the memories of emotions
sitting like ducks wading on the surface of your heart.

It is meant to dig itself into the back of your brain
like a botfly munching away at your flesh
making itself bigger and bigger,
almost completely hidden from your perception
except for the slight pangs of pain when you move suddenly
or think of something which reminds you of it.

It’s supposed to nourish your hungry stomach
and water your thirsty soil.
It is supposed to drive you to fight
and raise your fist high up over your head,
a triumphant banner waving dangerously in the sea air.

But, alas,
all it achieves is a self referential glory,
worthy of only a slight chuckle and a sip of coffee.