Don'T Blame Me If I Walk Away

Tick tock
It's two o'clock
He hasn't called
He's probably stoned

I walk across the hall
Wondering if I should call
Or spare myself the ache
And wait for the day to break

My hands tremble
As I dial his number
I hope he doesn't answer
If he's still with her

She picks up the phone
With a gloating tone
Says he's deep asleep
Then all I hear is a beep

My eyes bleed
As I remember his deed
His past mistakes
The loyalty he fakes

Being out of his sight
Doesn't give him the right
To hurt and break apart
My loving faithful heart

He calls the other day
Forgot about yesterday
Tells me he really missed me
And how much he needed me

Her voice rings in my ears
Once again I break in tears
I tell him about the day before
And that I can't take it anymore

He blames it on the booze
Says he doesn't wanna lose
The only pure soul
That makes him feel whole

I don't want to leave
'Cause deep inside I believe
That his heart belongs to me
And that we're really meant to be 

I truly wish I could stay
But I have to walk away
It's easier to step on my heart
Than watch him tear it apart
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Chappell Avatar
September 15, 2013 at 5:16 AM
powerful ,well penned piece thank you for sharing
A  Avatar
February 27, 2010 at 6:44 PM
I lone your poem weak, but you come out strong...The real prize of love hurts...
Ditshwele Avatar
February 25, 2010 at 5:35 AM
Great poem though sad. very well rhymed , i like the last 2 lines
Curl Avatar
February 24, 2010 at 9:44 PM
This is really beautiful Sarah. Im so sorry you have to go through this, but look at the beauty it inspired! This poem will not be the only good thing to come of this. You're thinking the right way, and you're going to be so happy you made this decision. I know that knowledge doesnt keep it from sucking tho. Keep your chin up and your pen to paper, it helps.
Dietrich Avatar
February 22, 2010 at 8:54 PM
I enjoyed reading this one. And I am glad you ended it how you did. DO NOT let him walk on you anymore. Luv, Andrea
Beaufort Avatar
February 20, 2010 at 10:37 AM
Sarah, when you're attracted to someone it is very tough to face facts. There are a large number of men who know how to behave. Best of luck finding one--remember there is no hurry. I am very saddened by your expression of sadness. I have experienced it before, and you express it authentically.
Chachere Avatar
February 19, 2010 at 8:19 AM
You did the right thing of walking away. you deserve better, and once you find it, you will know! -Always&Forever Lynette
Brown Avatar
February 19, 2010 at 6:54 AM
I would like to welcome you to PoetrySoup Sarah. I also wish you the best in your writing endeavors. If you have questions please feel free to ask anyone here. We are all willing to help and if we don't know the answer we will find someone who does. Love, Carol
Sweetheart Avatar
February 18, 2010 at 7:16 PM
Welcome to the Poetry Soup Family of poets... please continue to share your creative writes with us all... as this delight tonight.. enjoyed.. luv Linda-Marie.. "Sweetheart" of Poetry Soup...
Pickett Avatar
February 18, 2010 at 8:04 AM
I was about to say.... Once a cheater always a cheater.... If you choose to stay you may find babysitting him to much to handle..... Good work....:JP]
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