A/N: Hi people. This poem is straight from my strange brain. I wanted to write another but I couldn't think of anything that I knew had happened so I though 'why not write a poem on Gohan's thoughts and feelings on one of the cell game's anniversaries. Here is the result!

On and as for anyone reading this who is also reading my fanfic Shadow in the Light, well I'm really, really, really, sorry I haven't updated in AGES. There's an apology on my bio page if you want the reasons. Just so you know I've written 4000 words of the next chapter. Pretty long huh? If you want I can split the chapter in two and post half now. Tell me what you think would be best in a review.

Shrouded Mourning

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It should be a day of merriment,

But the opposite is clear,

In this small house in the woods,

Where happiness draws never near.

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I watch their smiles and tears of joy,

And my heart ruptures within,

As they worship their false idol,

It's a ten-commandment sin.

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But still I smile in tragedy,

Though in truth all's upside down,

And mother grins and bears the pain,

A topsy-turvy frown.

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And friends, my comrades, they as well,

Can't hide the dragging throb,

For we all have mirror reflections,

And I hear their tacit sobs.

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The world around's a celebration

For a contrived memory

And I choke at their remembrance,

This false anniversary.

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But there are times when truth is poison,

For my pride is not the key,

Thus I retain my silent mourning,

And hide the pain of honesty

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And though none know of the passing,

Of the tragic shadowed end,

Of a hero's veiled forfeit,

Of a father and a friend.

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The world weeps at his departure,

A grieving rainbow of pretend.

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By

Honey Nut Loop

RandR