When it's hard to talk about it Do we just go on Do we tell them what's wrong Does art question its artist? Is it just as truthful to liberate silence Allowing prettier colors to be painted for someone who you barely even know and you may never see again Truth is a ravaging healer, an anicdote for the dying Different medications for different problems This is for them, from wherever you're lying If someone shows you their broken leg, would you give them a neck brace? No. You would make a splint and set the bone. You would give them a pain killer and ask them to breathe Because it is the most immediate thing that they need It is true to show who you really are. In some cases this means simply responding that you're fine. The most immediate truth must be used in every sentence. Not telling every feeling shows that prisoners need a fence Just as sheep, property, army bases, gardens, children on a trampoline You are truthfully protecting your world and their's. They may be able to see through your fence, but it's the distance they want. When they say, "Hi, how are you," they're asking if you're alive. "Fine," you say, and you keep on walking. Thanks for the truth. I'm feeling better already. | 
