Books

Be rough with my books.

I mean, don't throw them around or douse them in coffee,

But don't be sorry if it happens by accident.

I love it when I pick up a damaged book.

The pages slightly crumpled, the cover falling apart.

The scars are what show it's been loved.

I want a collection of damaged books.

My own personal library, damaged by love.

I'll never wonder if my books have been enjoyed enough.

So have fun with my books.

I'll know my books are good by how much they have been through.

And I'll have a piece of you etched into my collection.