Spend Time, Not Money

SAME lies DIFFERENT guys. That's my love life compacted into one nifty little sentence.

The words are there alright, but they're said carelessly with a sense of detachment. We can feel it in you're voice. We can see it through your actions.

Don't say you only want to treat us right when you can't even find the time to call and check if we're okay. Don't say you only want to treat us right if you're all and willing for hugs and kisses, but when it comes to talking it's like our words go in one ear and out the other. Don't say you only want to treat us right if coming to see us feels like a tiresome trip to the moon and back, only made worthwhile if you've scored a trip downstairs. Don't say you only want to treat us right if we're objects to keep you occupied and help pass the time. Don't say you'll treat us better than the other guys when you speak the same words, and fail to prove it; just like the rest of them. But..

We're sorry if for the first time in our lives, someone genuine has come along. We're sorry if that person has to be you. We're sorry if your words fail to sink in because they're clouded with memories, the hurt of past lovers. We're sorry that you have to suffer, trying harder than all the rest to get to win our hearts.

It's not that we don't want to believe you, it's the fear of being made the fool once again. It's like continuously falling for the same practical joke. Eventually, the joke has been drained of the humour it once carried. Eventually, we're just plain sick of hearing it.

When we move on, we take our problems with us; not leave them behind.

It's up to that ONE guy to clear the mess the ones before him left behind. Of course, no one is forcing you to do it. It's a volunatary thing. It's rising to the challenge and distinguishing yourself worthy of her heart. Ultimately, if she means THAT much to you it wouldn't be an issue.

It takes time, not expensive gifts, not hollow phrases. She may not know what she wants, but she knows what she doesn't want. Surprise her. Spend TIME, not money. The BEST things in life are FREE.

If I Were You - Tamia

I look in the mirror, with you in my arms
And I see a reflection
Of a smile that says you believe in love
And just for a moment, I drifted away
But I couldn't stay coz
A hint of love, a bit of fear
I'm tryin' to say

If I were you, I wouldn't be here
If I were you I would stay right where you are
I wouldn't come near this broken heart
Just turn around and leave here
And find someone who won't hurt you
Make sure that she still believes in love
Coz I think my heart has given up
If I were you, I wouldn't be here

I'm tryin' to protect you
From the lies that your heart tells
Even though it says that you love me
All I see is pain and misery
Seasons may change
But I can't forget the days of old
My heart ached when you walked away
I said I'd never love again

If I were you, I wouldn't be here
If I were you I would stay right where you are
I wouldn't come near this broken heart
Just turn around and leave here
And find someone who won't hurt you
Make sure that she still believes in love
Coz I think my heart has given up
If I were you, I wouldn't be here

The days go by
And I feel that you could make me happy
Time goes on
And I feel that love is at my door
And though I tell myself that you're the one
Who said those words before
Thought it hurts too much
I can't trust in love
Again