I broke my ribs with my bare hands
To make space for you inside of my tiny body.
You stood there and watched as I shattered
Each one and screamed in utter agony with each crack
Assuring me it would heal
And assuring me you would fit right in the cracks
I was making for you.
You were so damn convincing
With that smile that felt like home.
I finally finished and
You could see my beating heart
Through my open ribs
And now you’re just standing here
Staring at the bloody mess you made me
Asking me why I’m such a wreck.