Death's Thoughts

Once upon a time I was human,

I had feelings, hopes and dreams.
Now that I know who I really am,
I enjoy their pleading screams.
For I am Death, the taker of souls,
I come for everyone, young and old,
and in the end they all pay their tolls.
I come for riches, but not for gold.
You don't know me but I know you.
I'm always with you, patiently waiting.
I study your movements until I see my cue,
You're very existence is elating...
It's too bad I have to take you too.

Author's Note

Criticism welcome!