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.
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
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".