I sewed our love to my limbs...
For everyone to see.

Displayed the photographs and longing glances...
As a sort of confession.

I wrapped our relationship around me like string;
Tangled in a web of hopeful plans.

Adorned myself with imprints of your lips,
And labeled myself as yours.

I etched our memories into my skin.
Believing the marks and moments would last.

Painted myself with your favorite color...
To see myself through your eyes.

Blackened where each fingerprint had once been,
As a reminder of your touch...

I lost my second love,
And covered myself with what once was.