Granting you forgiveness was a winding road, but it was a necessary one to tread. I was stuck in a time warp until I realized that clinging onto past grudges no longer served me well. Instead, it was time to bid farewell to what could not be changed and start a new chapter in my life. I've realized that we all err as mere mortals and that forgiveness is an invaluable growth component.
Ted started to shrug coyly, "Um, maybe later someday you will go on a walk with me". He started laugh hysterically. Meanwhile I couldn't wait to kiss his lips and say, "Yes, I will go on A Walk With You".
I wrote this in a time of bitter depression and self hate, I was fighting demons in my mind while still smiling and saying I'm fine. No more! In return I wrote this poem for myself and my pain, I hope it helps someone else