When I saw this post the other day, I got pretty excited - my dream pairing of forum lyricist and singer/melody writer.

But the stupid SoundClick wouldn't play at work, and so (despite knowing better) I had a look at the lyrics before listening. Great stuff! A sort of Nebraska-era Springsteen treatment came to mind.
Which - of course - it the
exact opposite approach you guys took. So when I heard the bouncy guitar and the catchy, upbeat chorus, my heart sank. I just can't reconcile that happy-sounding song with the melancholy lyric. (

at self for being a doofus,

no one else agrees with me).
So keep it up - I want to hear more! I promise not to spoil things for myself next time by peeking at the lyrics!
PS: I love the ending!