The lies we tell ourselves
And each other
To hide the abuser,
Twist in my gut.
Keep the peace,
Sweep it under the rug,
Small wonder most abuse
Won’t get reported.
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The lies we tell ourselves
And each other
To hide the abuser,
Twist in my gut.
Keep the peace,
Sweep it under the rug,
Small wonder most abuse
Won’t get reported.
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