I sort my emotions by type.
First, the happy.
Peace, joy, laughter.
These are the bright ones
But weakest, easily washed away.
Like scratching in the sand, gone
These are the times when I feel at peace, when freedom and life blur in a symphony of joy.

I sort my emotions by type
Second, the powerful
Anger, fear, love
These are dangerous, to be controlled
Stronger, but still okay
Like a summer storm, cleansing
These are the times when I want to fight, to hurt, other people, myself, anything anyone.

I sort my emotions by type
Last, the hollow
Pain, loneliness, yearning
These may sound weak, but don't underestimate them
Strongest, left unchecked they will wash you away
Like a tsunami, destructive.
These are the days when I want to die.