Dear Love, I hope this letter finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to express the feelings that I have for you. I know that I don't always find the right words to say in person, so I hope that through this letter, you can understand the depth of my love for you.… Continue reading A Letter to the Love of My Life
Secret Lovers
Our love is a secret, hidden away,Forbidden by society's decree.But my heart cannot help but sway,To the rhythm of your forbidden melody.We steal moments in the shadows,Whispers and glances our only signs.Our love, like contraband, we must stow,Away from prying eyes and judgmental minds.But oh, how sweet those stolen moments,How precious every stolen kiss.Our love… Continue reading Secret Lovers
Forbidden
Let me start by apologizing for keeping you up most nights.I wish there was a way I could have less dreams of you.When the world talks about ‘forbidden’, they mean it;I want to tell them about you but it’s forbidden.What do people do with these unreciprocated feelings?Who do I turn to when the world is… Continue reading Forbidden
To the Man Who Broke my Heart
To the man who broke my heart,I have a few things to say,Though I doubt you'll listen,Or even care anyway.You came into my life,Broken and in need of repair,I gave you my heart and soul,And showed you how much I cared.I was there for you through thick and thin,Helping you overcome your pain,But when I… Continue reading To the Man Who Broke my Heart
Dear Santa
I didn’t place a wish on time this year. There’s a reason. I’ve been thing of the perfect gift for myself this year. A gift that is not too common or something I’ve had on my list year in year out. Last night was Christmas Eve and I felt I was selfish to gift myself.… Continue reading Dear Santa
To my sons
I will love you through my crazy.I will love you through my insanity.I will love you through my lows.I will love you through your sad days.I will love you through your happy days.I will try.I will show up.I will love you.Because I am your mother.
A Love Unspoken
I wish I could get you off my head and my heart. I want to move on but it's not easy to do it without you. I'm sounding like a broken record, but, my heart is broken without you. It's hard for me to move on. I still feel something strong for you - it's… Continue reading A Love Unspoken
Betrayal
His words calmed her nerves,But, he can’t compare it with her patience.He can’t feel what she felt when she was watching on the sideline,When she was the cheerleader and not on the field.She loved him the first day she saw him.Its funny because she had just brought life into the world,And her heart had been… Continue reading Betrayal
Holding Onto Hope
Every day I get tempted to call. I'm scared of how you'll respond. I'm not ready for it. My birthday was two day ago. I wasn't expecting your message or call. Truthfully speaking, I doubt you even remembered it was my birthday. You always forget important dates and anniversaries. Today I have nothing much to… Continue reading Holding Onto Hope
To the one you left me for
Say hi,To the one you left me for,Stolen love, no legacy,Endless pain;Capacious as the sea, The heavenly realm bears witness –Of the love I hold,Should they need proof? You took it;Scattered pieces –Of this beating heart
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