labels of deceit

these labels
we label
and staple
to our heart,
unfettering
yet stable
they eventually
fall apart.

these labels
we label
and nail
to our mind,
solid
yet frail
they always
unwind.

these labels
we label
and sew
into our fabric,
they’re a constant
reminder
that everything’s
static.

~ by JF on August 27, 2006.