You ask me how I'm doing
The two words roll off my tongue
But leave my lips scorched
I don't want you to believe it
I want you to ask again
I know that my answer is far from the truth
And I know that I said I'd never lie to you
But
You must understand
If I told the truth to everyone
The first time they inquired
There would be hearts who don't care
Linked with brains who know too much
So please be patient
With my little white lies
I am only guarding my heart
From those who are undeserving
And if I decide to tell you the truth
Please be careful with it
I am trusting you with a piece of myself
You ask me how I'm doing
Without hesitation
The deceitful syllables pass through my burning lips
"I'm fine"
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Author:
Joy Fetherolf (Pseudonym) (
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Comments2
Well described lie we use all too often here. I like your style.
thank you!!
Know what you mean. I, and surely lots of others, do it from time to time. Would folk listen if we replied, 'Actually I'm not fine'?
i found myself doing it all too often for a time. since i wrote this last year, I've started being more honest with myself and others. but there certainly are times when my inner feelings are not meant to be shared with people who cannot be trusted.
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