Forgiveness

how do i begin to say, all that needs to be said
where do i even start to explain from where all this led.

i read and write and read some more
wishing things were different from my very core.

i am not who i was, nor who i want to be
forever changed is the true essence of me.

lying down beside me, or a million miles away
when faced with this dilemma, i begged for her to stay.

truth confronts the omission and demands a fight
seeing everything crumble with a bright and painful light

living in my life today i see where i went wrong
trying to forgive myself with a vengeance that is strong
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Brown Avatar
December 2, 2011 at 8:07 AM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry this morning Germaine. It has been awhile since I have been reading and commenting. So going to make it short this time with a promise to try and read more often after the holidays. Have a wonderful weekend and may it be full of love and joy. Love, Carol
Elliott Avatar
December 2, 2011 at 10:16 AM
thank you carol...it brings me a peace of mind like no other to know that others have read my words and enjoyed them. much love, always
Yakubu Avatar
December 1, 2011 at 5:18 PM
Pasley..just forgive. Love your work simple and targeted. Maty
Elliott Avatar
December 2, 2011 at 10:17 AM
Maty, thank you for the compliment, and the sincere forgive...working on it! looking forward to reading more of your writing. happy reading and happy writing!
Kearley Avatar
December 1, 2011 at 12:58 PM
Just Do It! :-)
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