I say that I love you
but
There is the
scratching
smacking lips
gulping noises
I say that I love you
but
There is the
Cringing
Grating
Inward sighing
I say that I have patience
but
There is the
same question asked again
“way I did it”
staring
In essence
I’ve lied
I’ve stolen
I’ve cheated
You
of Love and patience
of Love and patience