people think that
i've spent the majority of my life
building up walls to protect
myself,
but they are wrong.
these walls i build are for you,
to protect the precious memories
that you have of me.
the ones of dandelion wishes
and summer breezes
laughter at night
and childhood stories.
because
i don't want to break your heart,
i don't want to cause you pain,
i don't want you to see
the shattered, broken girl
that i am.