The Truth Stood Downcast In the Lie
The truth stood downcast in the lie
There was no answer as to why
The falsehood was the protection
Honesty could mean rejection
They did what they could to get by
The truth stood downcast in the lie
Lies would cover up all the fear
If there's risk of losing what's dear
Trust was lost in fabrication
For means of self preservation
The truth stood downcast in the lie
Sometimes the rules do not apply
Many ways the truth is hidden
Sometimes what's true is forbidden
There'd always be a reason why
The truth stood downcast in the lie
July 26, 2016
Copyright © Tanis Troutman | Year Posted 2016
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