Catch 22

If I could catch 22 wishes
that would make my life 22 times better,
I think I'd be better off
chasing dreams.
If I could catch 22 stars
that would brighten my nights-
I'd never sleep, only wonder
how I got here, where I'm going, and if daylight is any closer.
If I could catch 22 dreams
that made sleep come easier,
I'd never appreciate my waking moments.
If I could catch 22 waves
that would mean smooth sailing,
then I'd never understand
the calm behind a storm.
If I could catch 22 clouds
to cushion my landing when I've missed my stars,
then I'd never want to fly...
If I could catch 22 raindrops
that would wash away the pain,
then I'd never appreciate rainbows.
If I could catch 22 sunbeams
that would make my days shine,
I'd never be able to enjoy the night sky.
If I could catch 22 fantasies
that would take me to oblivion,
then I'd never want to face reality.
And although living in a fantasy world
seems better than reality,
Living in a Catch 22
is utterly hopeless...