dear sweet boy

And he said, “I lied to you because I love you”

And her cheeks turned crimson hot

And the breaths ceased

And the only sign of life was the salt water trickling down

I can give, but you’ll always take

My frivolous efforts piled high

Am I your most favorite fool?

Guilt is just you regurgitating your deceit

And now I suppose I’m as you are

Acting on impulse

And so I whisper

Dear sweet boy, you’re invited

To be slighted

In the worst way