He says he's quit smoking, I so badly want to believe.
Words of encouragement, expressions of pride.
Attempts at celebration of the little milestones
All come to nothing when packed in rolls of lies.

He says he's quit smoking, I so badly want to believe.
Wrappers of cigarettes, lighters of flame.
Shrouds of aftershave, attempts to mask the lies.
I am my wits end surrounded by denials and lies.