The Fortresses We've Built

It occurs to me that often our struggles are with Fortresses we've built

Every vow and promise we've spoken

Each, acted as a sturdy wooden beam

Blessed by our passion and determination, they fastened together

Shielding and protecting those that we most cherished 

And thus created a safe haven for many tomorrows 

Is it any wonder then that attempts at deconstruction are often so difficult?

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