Gone the primitive desire to create
Now the desire is to enjoy
To wrap ourselves in moments of bliss
But are we ready for the pain

Opening ourselves to moments
Searching forever for completeness
Facing the onslaught
When all falls apart

We expose our hearts
Everytime we search
Then face the pain
That comes from our desire

Maybe pain is desire
Maybe we seek it
Not peace but war
Turmoil is that our destiny?

Alison Smith

http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/for-pain-or-desire/