Purple Lipstick

I'm looking bad these days.
I put on make up, wash my hair,
But something strange shows through.
Like the women on the street,
Who wear purple lipstick,
With a scared look in their eyes.
Some carry little dogs,
Others talk to themselves.
One doesn't want to look to close,
Is this what Meth does?
I didn't know,
Nobody told me, 
And now its too late.
I wear purple lipstick,
Like the women on the street.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Leslie Avatar
December 17, 2017 at 8:48 AM
This is so sad to me, I hope one day you will fight off your addiction as I am paddling the same boat it just looks a little different then yours. Looks are superficial anyway and when you look at what's inside you see the truth and our truth is one in the same, like I said, they just look different! I hope you can one day find healthy happiness, I am trying to find it as well. I send my love, best wishes and good vibes your way!!<3 ;)
Biever Avatar
December 18, 2017 at 8:28 AM
Thank you Stefani, for not only your words of encouragement, but also your sisterhood in this battle we share. One Day at a Time
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December 15, 2017 at 10:52 AM
Oh a harsh and succinct pen Brenda! Hugs.
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