i never
told you
because i know
you didn’t want
me to.
your heart
was closed
like the shadow
in your eyes
and when i
tried to look
you would inhale
white powder
to make it
go away
so i didn’t.
i tucked your hair
behind your ears
kissed your forehead
when you drifted
off to sleep
in my arms
and prayed that
your demons
didn’t haunt you
in your sleep.
i wished i could
take all your pain
and drown it in
the oceans
so you could breathe
again.
but i let you go
so you could
let go
but just because
i never told you
that i love you
doesn’t mean
i don’t.
About the Creator
Sara
Don’t look for love.
Be love.
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Engulfing Light
I have not been very successful in quieting my mind this evening. I find that as time goes by, I find myself in deeper contemplation, in regards to the purpose of my life. I can say with certainty, that thus far, I have had a life, that with all things considered, has been a well lived one.
By Kaylon Forsyth5 days ago in Humans
Comments (5)
I felt this one, great job!
This speaks to me on a personal level
This is so beautifully heartbreaking. The way you've painted the pain of loving someone battling their demons is so vivid and emotional. It's raw and genuine. Sending you all the virtual hugs for capturing such complex emotions in your words. ❤
A very visceral piece. So much buried in each line.
Just when I think you have peaked. Sara! this is stunning and so poignant and so romantic all kinda rolled into one. And that picture, although it wasn't obviously intended....made me chuckle...because all I saw was the explosion at first and then...boom...that sauce that you usually have in there. Remarkable work, as ever. Bravo!