Lifetimes

No matter how many lessons I’ve gathered since that day.

No matter if I tell myself you’re better off, spin it the right way.

It’s true, besides you, I didn’t care for much of anything.

It’s true you knew better, and I had to learn so many things.

Lifetimes have come and past since I turned and walked away.

But in each one I look first for you, hoping that this time I stayed.

Most days I’m grateful, how it helped others by making me grow.

Some days still, I’m selfish, and wish that I never had to go.

©️ 2024 Cristen Rodgers