Discovery of Self

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If we could go back to a simpler time,

I suppose things would be easier,

But would they better?

For you or for me?

Something in my heart answers negatively.

Somehow things always happen for a reason,

Even if we don't always understand or like it,

I am happy that so many friendships have ended,

For with their end, I have discovered myself,

I have learned more of who I am.

I guess I lost myself along the way,

But I am back on track,

So many compromises and allowances I've made over the past few years,

Letting things slide by without any care for how I feel,

Dusting myself off, I am no longer the world's doormat.

The world can take care of itself,

And I will take care of me,

I am done cleaning up everyone else's messes,

None of you have a servile friend here anymore,

We are on equal terms or we are not at all.

I have no interest in being a tissue paper to dry your eyes,

Or someone who picks up the pieces every time things blow up in your faces,

I've changed; I'm back to the old me again,

The tower of strength I once used to be,

I'd rather be on my own than be surrounded by your selfishness.

It's time you start doing things for yourself,

If I am not allowed the occasional whine, then neither are you,

If I cant cry neither can you,

Don't give me your double standard rules,

Letting go of all your negativity, I went through my own self-discovery.

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