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It was 7pm on a Friday evening that I discovered that your touch had changed
I hadn't noticed before, I think that it was a slow transition
We drank wine, and sat on separate ends of the couch
You smiled at your phone, and I watched you like a hawk
It was a slow burn like Jack Daniels, gradually sliding down my throat and beating my stomach like a skilled drummer
It burned my esophagus and you don't even notice
It's Sunday afternoon and I've addressed the rumors that have spread through my thoughts like a wildfire
I complain too much?
You say that my heart is like an impossible fortress to break through, & that you are out of ammunition
You no longer have the energy to break down walls
I've spelled my name all over you body & branded your heart with my initials you belong to me, but you want to leave?
I've never liked keeping birds that wanted to be free
But somehow this feels wrong
Why do I have to let go? Why can't you stay here with me?
Bring me with you, we can start over
Love is like downing a pint of Jack Daniels & that slow burn can kill you
I've practiced my drunk goodbye more times in the mirror than I'd like to tell you
I want you to think that I've been strong
There's a softness to your voice when you speak to me, that only I can hear
Have a shot with me before you leave
Let this burn slowly down your throat
And think of me and know that you'll always remember me if you leave
Intuition is a powerful drug, and I can smell the name of her on your neck
Love is like a shot of whiskey in a blizzard
Let's hope that I don't pass out
We've danced to a song that has already ended
It's 5pm Tuesday evening, and I've helped you pack your things
You desire freedom
And I desire honesty, I've held on too long
This evening I'll take that shot & let it burn slowly
I won't chase it, I'll feel every sensation of each emotion
I'll let it burn slowly as I watch you disappear.
