You

I still think of you

Your smile

Your touch

Your clean t shirt warm hugs

The way you frequently said,

"I love you"

because you wanted to hear me,

"Say it back".

You tip toed home to

hide your alcohol

I remember endless

White lies

The only time you ever spoke to me poorly

On video

Now the world thinks that's

Who you are.

But I know who's words those really were

Your father I never met

Mix with the ex you loved,

Behind my back

Telling her things you never told me.

She's whispering lies and jealousy in your ears

Now regurgitated at me.

Now you're gone.

Forever.

The way I want it.

It was my choice.

Because I'll be damned I let another man

treat me, even once, like you did.

Let this be a lesson to

Other people.

That no one's perfect.

Mistakes were made

But per usual, no apology.

So never settle.

I know won't.

Especially for.... you.