{ january 14 2016 }

Yesterday, you gave me a paper bracelet
and I haven't taken it off yet
I love its shape and color
I'm glad we made it ₜₒgₑₜₕₑᵣ

Last week, you gave me a paper bracelet
and I haven't taken it off yet
Although paper, I'm certain it won't tear
because all that's good and fair
cannot end in a wild despair

Last month, you gave me a paper bracelet
and I haven't taken it off yet
Yes, it's still holding together
and yes, before it's looked better
but I wouldn't trade my bracelet for
any happily ever after

Last year, you gave me a paper bracelet
and I wish I had taken it off sooner yet
I wonder why the paper ripped
and the bracelet torn to tiny strips
All of the colors had faded
and the words lost between lips
I wish we made golden bracelets
instead