Learn To Be Lonely

Throughout my life I have learned many things. How to read, write, Walk, talk, and even sing. I’ve learned to laugh, Cry, love, to be the only, To be happy, to be sad, And also to be lonely. I’ve been by myself For all of these years. Shielding myself from hurt With my insecurities and fears. Being lonely is easier Than letting down my guard, And risk being hurt Or even scarred. Being lonely is easier Than loving someone so much That you think of them daily And crave for their touch. Better than loving someone And them not return The feelings you have That make you yearn. Better than doing things In the name of L-O-V-E. And being so blind And so unable to see. Learning to be alone Has taken some time. But in helps in the end To ease my mind.