It's my fault. I don't deserve better
I deserve to be treated this way.
I don't care how long you are gone.
I understand that you cannot be faithful.
It's my fault.
These are tears of happiness.
My makeup covers the bruise.
These are tears of happiness.
My makeup covers the bruise.
You didn't mean to do it.
I sometimes make you hit me.
It's my fault.
I think you are a good spouse.
I feel safe with you.
I don't want to run away from you.
This is where I belong.
8 comments:
Heart wrenching.
I can relate....great take on the prompt. Sadly very well done.... heart breaking!
Peace
So sad. I like the repetition of "It's my fault"
(hugs)
I'm relieved to say I can't relate, but definitely see the truth of this lie in action.
This is especially resonant to me because the speaker isn't just lying to us and to her spouse, she's lying to herself. Heartbreaking take on the prompt, done simply and well.
Ouch!
Your poem of lies rings true. Lying to oneself is so devastating for others to watch, but sometimes it's the only way one sees to cope with a horrible situation.
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