the trigger (warning)

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i was told how trigger warnings aren't available in real life,
meaning so in a way to invalidate my trauma.
but i do think some people need warnings before certain things.
including videos of people falling to death, as well as the beforehand of falling in love.
a warning label on my forehead stating all my problems, avoiding the 'getting to know each-other' phase.
if removable, preferred.
if permanent, no changes.
all red flags written in crimson among the forehead of a potential lover.
no erasing, no changing.
any possibility of being hurt, seen without a third eye.
i warned you to not look so close, you'll only be a poem someday.
but my warning wasn't believed at all-
unfortunately,
the only trigger you know is one on a gun.

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