Half-Empty Love

Half empty love, a bitter truth,
A tale of pain and love uncouth,
Of relations that failed to last,
Of hearts that shattered like broken glass.

Flipped coins and cents of life,
A gamble that caused us strife,
A love that promised joy and bliss,
Now just a memory that we miss.

We thought we had it all,
A love that would never fall,
But soon it crumbled to the ground,
A painful ending that left us bound.

Back-stabbing and hurtful words,
A love that flew away like birds,
A trust that was broken and betrayed,
A love that died, and memories fade.

Now we're left with half-empty hearts,
Trying to make sense of broken parts,
Wondering if love was ever true,
Or just a dream we once pursued.

But through the pain, we'll find a way,
To love again, and see a brighter day,
To learn from past mistakes and strife,
And find a love that's worth the flip of life.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Xiang Avatar
May 14, 2023 at 8:46 AM
Heartbreaking poem - pun intended. Yes, love is a she-dog, but there is nothing comparable to love. Enjoyed your last line, "And find a love that's worth the flip of life." Keep flipping till it turns up heads.
Mashilo Avatar
May 15, 2023 at 1:52 AM
Love is amazing with the right person
Cangua Avatar
May 13, 2023 at 9:08 PM
Well done and sweet to the ear. Bravo.
Mashilo Avatar
May 15, 2023 at 1:51 AM
Thank you
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