i.
First off, I want to tell you how completely imperfect I truly am. I’ll hold up my hands and warn you not to come closer because at any second I could explode into a random fit of laughter or tears. You probably think I’m crazy now, just by hearing that. But I also want you to know how I sometimes yell about petty things and I rip apart my fingernails when I’m nervous and I have an ugly side that would put the devil himself to shame. Oh, and I care way too much.
ii.
So there you have it. I could stamp ‘IMPERFECT’ or ‘ONLY HUMAN’ onto my forehead, but I’m afraid it would attract too much unwanted attention. You said you thought I was different, that I was like you. Well, I obviously missed the memo claiming that perfection is required in order to sustain a good, strong relationship. Maybe next time you could do me the courtesy of writing out a declaration of “Everything You Want In A Woman” and let me sign in permanent black ink. Black, like the insides of your newly rotting heart.
iii.
I wish you weren’t so damn afraid. I refuse to believe that you really hate yourself this much. The sound-waves traveling rapidly from my lips to your ears must be ruined because you’re still not listening to a word I’m saying. Maybe you’re just mixed up between what it means to hear and what it means to listen.
iv.
I never once doubted that you love me.
I will not stop loving you because you’re not perfect.
You’re perfect for me.
v.
This was all just a bunch of miscommunications and tangled wires in our heads. If we could rewind the clocks, I’d do this all over again, because it helped me to finally see life through your eyes. But don’t tell me not to do something. You know I’m going to turn right around and do it anyway. Of course, I won’t change for you, but that doesn’t mean I can’t do better.
vi. Are you listening?
I want to be better for you. I love you. Thanks for being my someone.
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this was perfect
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loved this mucho doll,
hmm...i like a lot have to read more from you soon..xoxox
vanna
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Thanks for entering, but not what I'm looking for at this time.
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aww its so bitter and heartfelt
two things most people shouldnt combine but you do it beautifully
i love everything you write =D
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i think the best poetry is that which you relate to but couldn't have found a good way to say.
this, dollface, is in my opinion the best kind of poetry.
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I'm just going to instantly favorite you, 'kay?
<3
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makes me think a lot. everyone thinks this way most of the time. i know i do. was thinking it all day and as i read it coming from you in near exact words i was thinking i cried a little. thanks. its great.
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Aww, this was incredible.
'I won’t change for you, but that doesn’t mean I can’t do better.'
I love this line. The wording in this was almost...bitterly funny at the beginning and sweet at the end. Great job! Loved the imagery too. :]
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TERIFFIC
awww this is amazing!
the first three stanzas are great!
i can totally relate to this piece.
you are an amazing poet.
your Faerie
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