.
If we had known
we were suckers for people
who looked like
abandonment,
you and I would have never
kissed.
But somewhere along those dimples
I discarded my mouth
until I couldn’t find it anymore.
For you, I would throw my poetry into fire.
For you, I would have given up every beautiful thing
I have ever owned.
Someday, when I am beautiful enough,
myself too.
But until then, there will only be
apologies.
And if there is hope for us,
we will be forgiven
twice.
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