Lonely Together

I realise now

that it is hopeless to seek comfort in you,

seek company within you,

when you are just as lonely as I.

You do not do many things well,

but you sure can lie.

I thought that all of these people adored you

and spent time with you because

you are happy and

you are fun.

What a beautiful web you have spun, my love.

I realise now

that you seek validation in others

just as I do.

And you, too, need people near.

Only you do not care who.

I see you as you are,

without the bright lights and the facade.

It is okay,

we can be lonely together, my love.

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From my book, 'a love letter to london':