The Sweetest of Dahlias

This poem is a reflection on love, regret, and the aftermath of a relationship that was tainted by my own darkness. A love that was pure and kind, embodied in the image of a dahlia-vibrant, strong, and beautiful-while I was chaos and heaviness, pushing the love away when I needed it most Despite my flaws and self-destructive tendencies, the other person remained a source of light, showing love and patience in ways I couldn't reciprocate.

Now, looking back, I can feel the weight of unspoken gratitude and a deep sense of loss, haunted by the memory of someone who deserved better. The poem is a bittersweet acknowledgment of the love that was given, the damage done, and the realization that the person who once offered warmth will forever remain a part of my heart, like a dahlia blooming in the cracks of my past.