A liar's truths are smooth
As words roll off of the tongue
It only takes the first lie
For webs of deception to be sprung

A

Everyday
I am dishonest
If asked "How are you?"
My answer is "I am fine."
A dishonest answer of mine

Everyday
I am dishonest
I

In the beginning of our time together I believed you.
You had such thoughts and dreams.
You had such plans.
With conviction

LUCIE'S LIAR

"I'll call you back when I can talk."
He sets the cell phone down.
Our promises again he'll mock,
As in his lies

I thought you were a gent,

but you're a bear-garden rambler.

Fraudster.

Crack-rope.

Yellow-bellied gambler.

I am