Those nights spent crying, wishing the world would end my suffering.
Praying to whoever would listen, begging for a way to end my pain.
I hoped for a peaceful sleep, drifting away in the night
To a place free from my heartache.
Maybe a tragedy, so quick I would never
comprehend it.

I never thought my suffering would meet its end at the hands of love.
When I saw her that day, never could I imagine that what I felt was real.
When she spoke, never have my ears heard a greater sound.
The time we spent together too short, for she left soon after. With no reasons behind her.

I searched deep within the hearts of others,
Hoping for a piece of her to hold on to.
Most nights I spent alone, waiting for her return.
Here she stands now, changed but still the same,
Asking me for a chance to take back her regret.

For the way I felt was not for nothing.
I had given my love to her, and in our time apart she realized it too.
Her and I had love no other person could claim.
She and I would struggle,
and grow,
together.

Never again will we let the world keep us apart.

And never again will I know suffering, as long as her love is with me.
© J.D.L