The Lies

The lies — they had to surface,

to whoever it matters.

I allowed it to continue,

for those who take advantage of my pain.

Discomfort rises in my throat

as I sit here,

wishing to tell you my pain

and the feelings

of the situation you’ve put me in.

It’s too bad —

it seems we keep on fighting.

Maybe it’s a sign

that our love

isn’t meant to continue,

because miscommunication

always stands in the way.

I’m reaching the point

of breaking down,

because the fear

of breaking free

can’t break through my head.

We’ve got differences —

so why are we still together

if every day feels like this?

Eight months,

and it only gets worse.

A relationship

that once dreamed

of reaching higher

than any couple we knew —

now fading.

The letdown might even be beautiful,

if only you decide

to better yourself

on your own.