Murky Future (Revised)

Could it be I’m using the wrong bait? Perhaps what I need is more “a-lure” To attract and win the perfect mate My heart stays open, intentions pure Perhaps what I need is more “a-lure” I cast my line; only sharks biting My heart stays open, intentions pure Swarming in schools; all uninviting I cast my line; only sharks are biting Angel fish elude; clown fish giggle Swarming in schools; all uninviting I try new bait; nary a nibble Angel fish elude; clown fish giggle Barracudas chase dream fish away I try new bait; nary a nibble Life swims past as my hair fades to gray Barracudas chase dream fish away Murky Water; the future’s unclear Life swims past as my hair fades to gray My pulse quickens as sunset draws near Murky Water; the future's unclear Would it require a full makeover? My pulse quickens as sunset draws near Life sets limits on our do-overs Would it require a full makeover To attract and win the perfect mate? Life sets limits on our do-overs Could it be I’m using the wrong bait? For Jared’s contest: “The Pantoum” * Had to revise to adhere to this form.