I built this bridge to get across to you
but at some point, I was no longer welcome
on the other side
so I'll burn it down
to limit my temptation
of reaching out to you
now you can celebrate your birthday
with the people
who didn't need a bridge
to get to you in the first place
YOU ARE READING
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