The Distance

I arrived
feeling wanted
and left
feeling used
racing heart’s
excitement
led me to a place
where my soul
was confused

Love
for a moment
pain
for memory
the distance
between the two
is defining me

It should feel
so beautiful
that you’re here
so close to me
yet
it hurts so much
that you’re here
so far from me

You asked me to stay
knowing
I wanted to believe
I said yes
knowing your heart
would probably leave
I will not ask you why
nor will I
walk away
refusing not to cry
because I want you
to know
I need you
to see
the forever
your love
has done to me