Mute

I had to tell you

Because sewing my lips shut 

Did more damage than prying them open

I had to tell you

Because every night you fell right asleep

I laid awake, suffocated by doubt

Strangled in your arms

I had to tell you

Because each time your lips touched mine

I felt nothing

I had to tell you

Because my heart was so heavy

I carried it in my gut

But that was just the weight of you

I had to tell you

Because it was no longer love

Reviews

[Wórdsmíth]

Because sewing my lips shut
Did more damage than prying them open

these opening lines are very organized and organic to heart. it's always hard staying mute or much talkative when it comes to love, cos neither the love's understood nor the feelings of poor heart. a very beautiful poesy you've come up with. am looking forward to reading your work, Marie.

[The Iron Horseman]

This is very good, but it left me wanting more. Can we have a few more verses please? I want to know what happens next! :)

[Chenin Marie]

Thanks for reading. I thought that it was unfinished when I wrote it down. I just added a few more lines but I'm not sure if I will keep them.

[The Iron Horseman]

Keep them! Even add more, if you feel so inclined!