Once upon a time

I walked 'bout carefree;
Not a single worry has marred my day.
And then suddenly, as by some fell decree,
Reality has finally forced its way.

Once upon a time

I'm sure I was whole.
Possessing the skills to laugh and to smile.
Bereft of joy I now must employ
All of my will to survive until...
Hope drives me, that the end will be good,
Though I do hope I do not myself delude.

Once upon a time,

Not so long ago,
I was not running to and fro.
I had it all, but the wisdom to see,
Or perhaps lacking the courage to feel.
The problem must be with me, for you I cannot blame;
.You, who ended my life with a note and a friend