The Outcast

The guy with the flowers and the milk tray
So sorry, she’s having an affair
With me
I’m your friend too
Strange the things we do
Just sort of happened
You would understand if it wasn’t you
We should end it, walk away
Start another day
We won't
Not till all the cards are played
We know the end
The hurt, the betrayal
The words they say
You, they hate the most
Now the ghost
Doors are closed 
Family walk away
Strange, the marriage stronger than ever now
I did that
Self-congratulations as I walk away
Yet I don't see the gratitude coming my way..
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Puddifoot Avatar
March 30, 2026 at 9:09 AM
often the way, strangely...
Bell Avatar
March 31, 2026 at 3:33 AM
I blame the chocolates.
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