Regret

I tried to hide my sordid past
but it wasn't meant to be.
I tried to live a life of good,
but the past caught up with me.

I hurt you so, yes this I know
and my heart will forever pay.
Now I'm locked here in this prison cell
and the pain won't go away.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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