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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Date: 3/13/2011 9:11:00 AM
:) thank you
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Date: 3/12/2011 9:51:00 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!
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Date: 3/7/2011 7:01:00 PM
Reality on relationships. Good write. Vince
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Date: 3/7/2011 4:54:00 PM
Interesting work with some good sayings contained within...Enjoyed reading..Sara
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