Light

the walls whispered
what mouths would not
truth
a fragile thing
tucked beneath rugs
folded into corners of
smiles that never
reached the eyes

love came with conditions
laughter sharpened at the edges
we wore masks
even in the mirror
the house was warm
but hollow
a stage lit for peace
while the ceiling cracked
above quiet wars

still I grew
bent but growing
bruised but breathing
lies build walls
not homes

so I walked out
not with anger
but a quiet vow
to build with truth
to live where the air is honest
and nothing hides behind
the light

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