And then I cried

The second part of a two poem series. Read the other one 'Drowning' first for full effect. Link: http://www.writerscafe.org/writing/LawrenceRaybon/1933349/

And then I cried

The tears washing

My weary being

Of bitter resentment

And then I forgave

Myself my foolishness

My faults and fickleness

Releasing and yet embracing me

And then I wept

For the hope I found

For the bright new day

Tomorrow would bring

And then I smiled

Still a little sad

Still a lot lonely

Not completely healed, but healing.

And then I cried.

Author's Note

Any feedback would be appreciated. Note: This is a standalone poem but also the second poem in a set of two. Please read 'Drowning' as well. I would absolutely love feedback that took both into account.