Love Impasse

I am not ashamed to say it—
I revisit you—perhaps because 
you discarded me and you 
meant something to me.

But do I blame?
No—I should have 
seen where there
was an easy exit—
and perhaps it was me 
that discarded 
you.

I am not sure 
of simple things anymore. 

All I am sure of
is that I love you—
and have loved you. 
but I could never give 
you all of me and risk 
it all not knowing to 
whom your heart 
belonged.

Even though
you are silent as death now 
I feel you deeply and 
I feel I mean something  
to you—but my dilemma 
is that I am unsure of 
you and all I know is 
that I inflicted pain
just as I feel pain 
from you. 

And I have done 
what I could to resurrect 
the death between us—
not that a simple talk
could mend what is 
already broken.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Breidenthal Avatar
July 7, 2023 at 8:49 PM
Absolutely wonderful poem with in-depth meaning…profound with passion and lovely and quite sad at the same time!
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December 18, 2022 at 11:36 AM
OMG, it sounds like mi marriage (lol) 45 years and still going. All relationships can be troublesome. When we have feelings for someone, they never really go away as far as I can tell, and you have put this concept to poetry so tenderly and realistically. You are awesome, and any person missing that fact is a dumb ass!!!
Breidenthal Avatar
December 19, 2022 at 5:52 AM
I tend revisit those who have caused me the most pain—it is almost an addiction of sorts, but poetry helps me release those feelings in a healthy, cathartic way. I appreciate your candidness and your sweetness. ~Laura
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December 17, 2022 at 12:13 PM
Very great captivating poem , giving all trust and love to any in this time besides Jesus is risky : ).
Breidenthal Avatar
December 19, 2022 at 5:49 AM
Appreciate the visits and thoughts so much. ~Laura
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