I Love the Way You Lie

I know that you are seeing someone else,
I'm not there when you close your eyes,
I believe that you are kissing me,
Knowing I love the way you lie.

I hear those three words from your lips,
If love is even possible, it's impossible to cry,
Though I know your heart is not truly mine,
I will always love the way you lie.

Your arms hold me as if you care,
My wise heart still wonders why,
Pretending that everything is alright,
Because I love the way you lie.

When I kiss you I think about nothing,
Wishing it wasn't you when I open my eyes,
I wonder, if I told you the truth,
Would you love the way I lie?





Written for Just That Archaic Poet's contest - "Sing To Me"

Inspired by the song "Love The Way You Lie Pt. 2" by Rihanna ft. Eminem
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Guzzi Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 8:00 PM
Congrad's on your win. Light & love
Deschler Avatar
February 28, 2015 at 1:10 AM
Thank you, Debbie :)
A  Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 5:48 PM
Another wonderful win. Luv SKAT
Deschler Avatar
February 26, 2015 at 3:10 PM
Thank you once again for your kind congrats, SKAT :)
D. Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 4:08 PM
Kelly, Sorry, it took me this long to close my contest. Congrats :) NATE
Deschler Avatar
February 26, 2015 at 2:57 PM
Thank you for including my poem on your winner's list. I appreciate it very much, Nathan :)
Allison Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 4:00 PM
dropping back with my congrats again Kelly:-) Hugs jan xx
Deschler Avatar
February 25, 2015 at 9:23 PM
Thank you again for the kind congrats, Jan... hugs :)
Macfarlane Avatar
October 30, 2014 at 9:00 PM
So many don't want to see to lie because the truth hurts so much. Excellent write Kelly and win. Hugs
Deschler Avatar
November 5, 2014 at 5:38 PM
You're absolutely right, Cecilia. Sometimes, a lie can be easier to live with than the truth... Thank you for your kind comments. I appreciate them very much!
Trichet Avatar
October 25, 2014 at 5:16 PM
Loved it Kelly, well done.
Deschler Avatar
November 2, 2014 at 9:34 PM
Thank you, Mark. I'm glad you liked my poem!
Yvonne Avatar
October 22, 2014 at 6:40 PM
Congratulations Kelly I love the way you write.
Deschler Avatar
October 27, 2014 at 10:47 PM
I very much appreciate your kind words, Maurice. Thank you for the congrats!
Callus Avatar
October 22, 2014 at 1:15 PM
Enjoyed this 'relationship' poem, Kelly. Living a lie could have repercussions. I love how you tackled this subject, especially that final captivating line. Congrats on your fine win. // paul
Deschler Avatar
October 27, 2014 at 10:44 PM
Thank you for your nice comments and the kind congrats. I appreciate them so much, Paul!.... Sometimes, a lie is easier to live with than the truth. But, deep in our hearts we know it's not right, and a wise decision has to be made.
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
October 22, 2014 at 11:32 AM
Well done Kelly lovely piece, congratulations xx
Deschler Avatar
October 27, 2014 at 10:29 PM
Thank you for your nice comments and the kind congrats. I appreciate them very much, Mandy!
Mehta Avatar
October 22, 2014 at 9:53 AM
Lovely write on lost love, Kelly, congrats on the win
Deschler Avatar
October 27, 2014 at 10:20 PM
Thank you for the nice comments and kind congrats. I appreciate them very much, Dr. Ram!
Kayode Avatar
October 22, 2014 at 7:01 AM
This is lovely,as long as the lie keeps you going,all is well.Congrats Kelly.
Deschler Avatar
October 27, 2014 at 10:08 PM
Sometimes, a lie is easier to live with than the truth.... Thank you so much for your nice comments and the kind congrats. I'm glad you enjoyed my poem, Kayode!
Meier-Hans Avatar
October 21, 2014 at 10:22 PM
Wow Kelly this is amazing how you brought an extremely sad situation into a beautiful touching poem. Congratulations on your win.
Deschler Avatar
October 27, 2014 at 2:08 AM
Thank you so much, Brenda. I really do appreciate your kind comments!
Richards Avatar
October 21, 2014 at 7:39 PM
Congratulations, Kelly on this poem of lost love! I can hear the music of each verse!
Deschler Avatar
October 26, 2014 at 9:27 PM
Thank you for your nice comments and kind congrats. I appreciate them so much, Carrie!
May Avatar
October 21, 2014 at 7:35 PM
Congrats on your win Kelly
Deschler Avatar
October 26, 2014 at 5:31 PM
Thank you very much, Joseph!
Allison Avatar
October 21, 2014 at 6:53 PM
oh such a sad deep emotional poem - such a tragedy when relationships are based on lies and deceit. many congrats on your win - making this a favourite:-) Hugs Jan xxx
Deschler Avatar
October 26, 2014 at 2:15 AM
Thank you so much for the kind congrats, Jan. I really do appreciate you making this poem a favorite! Hugs :)
Duncan Avatar
April 16, 2014 at 4:21 PM
You did this very well, I've written a few in this way . Too bad some couples have to do this . Have a blessed Easter Kelly ;)
Deschler Avatar
April 19, 2014 at 1:36 PM
Thank you for your kind comments, Debbie. I wish you a Happy Easter, too. :)
Harper Avatar
March 28, 2014 at 7:56 PM
Nice twist in this poem about relationships, its so sad this couple is this way. Enjoyed it Kelly.
Deschler Avatar
March 29, 2014 at 10:18 PM
It is a very sad thing to see any couple having to live with this kind of hurt. Thank you very much for your kind comments, Sheri!
Mohammed Avatar
March 11, 2014 at 5:45 PM
Enticing and very beautifully portrayed. I felt the emotions, I felt a deep swoon as I perused every inch of this sensual delicate piece of a poem. I savored every moment of it. Well done dear Kelly.
Deschler Avatar
March 12, 2014 at 9:19 PM
Thank you so much, Mustapha! Your wonderful comments mean a lot to me, my friend! I'm so glad that you enjoyed this poem. Please, consider entering my first contest. The theme is "Heart And Soul". Your style of poetry is just what I am looking for! :)
Mehta Avatar
March 10, 2014 at 6:44 AM
Lovely write. Congratulations on the fine win, kelly
Deschler Avatar
March 12, 2014 at 6:20 PM
Thank you so much, Dr. Ram. Glad you enjoyed it! :)
That Archaic Poet Avatar
March 9, 2014 at 10:59 AM
Excellent job, SP; congrats on your win and placement. Thanks for joining in :)
Deschler Avatar
March 11, 2014 at 5:57 PM
Thank you very much, BP! I appreciate you stopping by. And, you're very welcome. I always enjoy your contests, my friend! :)
Dietrich Avatar
March 3, 2014 at 6:54 PM
this is awesome!!! I think I never did this contest. Dang. I just could not feel inspired.
Deschler Avatar
March 5, 2014 at 7:29 PM
Thank you so much, Andrea! I was already familiar with the song I chose, so that drew me in to write for this contest. I haven't been entering as many contests lately. Sometimes, the inspiration just doesn't happen for me, either!
Davis Avatar
March 2, 2014 at 9:53 PM
Kelly Such powerful and deep words. The intense feelings in your heart shine through the whole poem. Thanks for the great comment on my Birthday poem..
Deschler Avatar
March 4, 2014 at 10:15 PM
Thank you very much, Robin! I always appreciate your kind comments...You're welcome, my friend! :)
Melugin Avatar
February 28, 2014 at 5:46 AM
Exquisite expressions of mutual perception. 7 My best. chuck
Deschler Avatar
February 28, 2014 at 7:10 PM
Thank you very much, Chuck! This was not an easy poem to write. I wanted to tell both sides of the story, but from one perspective.
Tacito Avatar
February 20, 2014 at 7:11 AM
That is called "Doing unto others". Fierce lines. Awesome job.
Deschler Avatar
February 24, 2014 at 3:47 PM
Exactly. Treating others how they treat you is only fair, even though it is not always the right thing to be doing. Thank you once again, Drake! That means a lot coming from you! I appreciate you stopping by to read and comment on my poems. :)
Maverick Avatar
February 20, 2014 at 12:48 AM
Good twist at the end in this one Kelly, enjoyed its ulterior ambiencce.. Best wishes for the contest..!
Deschler Avatar
February 22, 2014 at 5:08 PM
Thank you very much, Joe! I am glad that you enjoyed this poem. And, I appreciate the good luck wishes! :)
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