by Amy Hite

Created on: July 08, 2010

Add and subtract, minus and plus.

How many layers make up each of us?

I make an acquaintance and become someone new.

To hide my true self, I pile on a few

Layers and layers of emotional walls.

Liars and cheaters, I've been hurt by them all.

And then I meet you, an exception to the rule

I subtract a layer in order to fuel

The fire between us because I want you now.

I'm breaking down walls and I'll make a vow

To allow you to know me, both outside and in.

Subtracting and adding, my heart starts to mend.

I lose the last layer, I'm finally free.

But I have one request.  Don't disappoint me.

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