Welcome to the Year of the Rat!

2008 - The Year of the Rat. Like 1996, 1984 and so on. Why bother about some Rats? Well, you probably don't need to. But I do - I am a Rat.
I was born in 1984, so that year is quite important for me, isn't it. Funny, though, I don't remember any other extraordinary things happening that year - alas, I don't remember anything from that year.
In 1996, my dearest was born, and my parents finally allowed me to have a dog. That year positively changed my life. Through my dog, I have lived a life full of love, action and fun. Now that he's getting on for twelve, I start to fear what great change will this Year of the Rat bring into my life.
But enought of serious thoughts! This year is MY year! Perhaps I will find a true love. Pity I don't believe in love... Perhaps I will become idependent - finally...

Losing Friends

Losing friends is hard
Of course it breaks your heart
Suddenly you're on your own
Infinitely all alone
No-one there to share your feeling
Give you presents, help with healing
Fight battles on philosophy
Recite poems in harmony
Invite for friendly dinner
End up as a winner
Not to go mad follow this hither
Do as I tell you, my dear reader:
Simply try to stay apart

Funny little poem, is it not? I am trying to cope with a situation and I hoped a poem would help me, but it turned out to be simple and rhythmical, not cynical and dark as I originally intended. Indeed, it did help me a little - cheered me up!