What once was, but shall never be again Days of innocence and mental virginity We were pure Untouched by filth Simple needs Untainted by malice Memories of what once was All was truth Laughter echoed Carelessness, no restrictions We were honest with ourselves Inner conflicts were nonexistent The Soul was nearly free Ringing bells give way to a new day of utopia Whimsical dancing speaks the voice of inner sanctum Exit Spring, enter Summer It used to mean so much Exit Autumn, enter Winter A colder time must come Memories of what once was Are nothing but nostalgia