Words Are Words

Words are words
what good are words if the'yre not lived by
Say one thing do another-
a lie is a lie

Right is right
not made by two wrongs
I'm finding truth
in the saddest songs

This house is not a home
You're here
but I'm alone

A smile is a smile
anyone can wear
the truth is the truth
you won't find it there

But you pretend you don't know 
you know I'm pretending
Don't ask, don't tell; 
ignore the message I'm sending

Love is love
it's only as real 
as the fake smile that flaunts it
a heart is a heart
but what good is a heart 
if nobody wants it
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Hawkins Avatar
March 13, 2011 at 9:11 AM
:) thank you
Smythe Avatar
March 12, 2011 at 9:51 PM
This poem reminds me of so many people I know. The truth that's hidden in your words comes out and it really hits me. Another great poem!
Suzadail Jr. Avatar
March 7, 2011 at 7:01 PM
Reality on relationships. Good write. Vince
Kendrick Avatar
March 7, 2011 at 4:54 PM
Interesting work with some good sayings contained within...Enjoyed reading..Sara
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