build them up-high and strong

so you'll never have to hurt too long

put them up-til they surround

and there's no real you left to be found

hold it up-high above no fear of hope or trust

or love

close it up-and hold your ground and wait until

it's time to finally close it down

"even if you want--you can't hurt me now"

(this isn't easy to admit but i don't think i'm

believing it-i'm afraid this time)