Epiphany's Tearing

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Blushed paper-thin disguises

conceal my pungency;

with the shedding of my layers,

painted smiles turn to bitterness.



My purpose in life is to

urge you to tear at my fleshy film

until I bring tears to your eyes

by exhaling acidic breath.



But why am I the one left crying

when you wash your hands of me

at the realization that I’m nothing

but a rotten onion?  



I wish I could flavor your life;

Be the seasoning that leaves you

smacking your lips,

eager for my taste again.

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