I didn't scream when I shattered
The bits and pieces of my broken heart scattered
I wanted to cry but tears betrayed me
All I ever wanted was to be free
From the feelings that held me hostage
I never considered it maybe it was bondage
I suffered in silence with my heart bleeding
I begged my soul and I never stopped pleading
I wanted to hold on but there was nothing left to hold
You had already left and and I was left the shadow to mold
Into an image of you as I still remembered you
The shattered pieces of my heart still reflects your view
I guess you have left an imprint in my heart
If only you gave a hint before you depart
Why did you leave when I was not ready to let go
I was still enjoying that voice saying hello
You had to turn that hello into goodbye
And you expect me to just stand by
Well as I collect the bits and pieces of my broken heart
I wish I could see how it will be like to be apart
But of course you've already seen your life without me
Since you decided to leave and let me be
You see attachment breeds detachment
I never thought detachment would feel as though
My ribcage was cracked open
And my heart ripped off its veins
I feel like i could peel off my skin
Maybe then I would feel better knowing you have left.
© Thembi Ntahane KaMahlangu