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Conflicting Positions Alive In My Mind

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When I tell you yes
when I really mean no,
or I tell you no
when I mean to say yes,
my actions are born
from an inner intention.

Each answer responds
to a tentative question.

Conflicting positions
alive in my mind;
a collection of burdens
within my protection.

A curated collection
preserves my emotions
a justification
in a refuge of lies.

I carry the bundles,
in dwindling light
as the long night arrives
in the seasons of life.

I set them on paper
to let them release
as their tentacles cling to
the backs of my teeth.

I’m in a meander
and ponder the trap
reluctant to shed them
to purchase some peace.