Break The Chain

Week 36

sometimes I see myself,
acting out like you,
I don't want it to be,
but by now it's all through

my veins, they're full,
of rage passed between,
generations in this family,
it's written in these genes

and so I do my best,
to not pass it on,
to build a wall of safety,
not let you be my pawn

that branding chain,
will end with me,
I'll keep you safer,
without apology

~ P

Another lie added in chain
With links growing ever finer
What might a break leave to explain?
Can this faux pas pass as minor?

Should this end sooner than later?
Could fixing this be that easy?
I fear I'll be seen a traitor
From the false hoods that were sleazy

This affair can only get worse
So I'm left no choice but to break
What wounds will I be left to nurse?
Will this all be a big mistake?

~ J