I never understood the metaphor
"A heart that's ripped out"
Until my heart
Finally
Was ripped out.

Instead

A massive black hole swells in my chest
Consuming everything
Sapping every ounce of hope and zest
Devouring all energy, peace, memories, and meaning...

Unease gnaws in the back of my mind
I do believe things happen for a reason
But I wish, just once, the...