Fairy-Tales

My lips aren't as red as snow white, but they can be.
I haven't lost my glass slipper, but you can take it.
I cannot hold my breath as long as Ariel, but you can show me.
I have a red hood, but the wolves are too fast for me.
I've kissed a frog but received no prince.
Slept in a bear's bed, but I didn't survive.
I've been down many rabbit-holes but never have I left with a clear mind.
I have had my share of lies, but my nose refuses to grow.
I've grown too old to dream of flying, Never gone to Neverland.
I have made my bed and slept, waiting for a prince that never came.
Spent hours with lions who never gave me wise advice.
Whispered to my toys, but they never whispered back.
I've rubbed the so called 'magical oil lamp' and haven't glimpsed a genie.
I've thrust myself into danger, hoping some hero would come to my aid.
Turned my back on my family only to honor them, but failed.
Given up civilization to find my Tarzan.
And I've cried wolf more than I can count.
Climbed a hill, fell down but my crown was in in tact.
The London Bridge didn't fall when I walked it's length.
I've filled my pockets to the brim with Posies and burnt them to ashes.

I've met my beast.
It has claws and sharp teeth.
It's not a happy ending.