I lie
and
I lie
and
I lie
I hide my behavior
to keep you safe.
I keep quiet
not to offend you.
I agree with you
to keep you happy.
I walk on eggshells
for you and
it’s never enough.
I lie
and
I lie
and
I lie
but when the truth
arrives at that
final moment;
jaws will drop
plates will shatter
dogs will growl
and
you’ll be long gone
after seeing what
a ghastly beast
I am
but for now
I lie
and
I lie
and
I lie
to keep us
together.