Perspective?

I wish I remembered that day

--or was it at night?--

that I didn't care to say

"I hate you."

Does this mean I've grown up?

It's so hard to use

These words to say something

New to you.

 

Actually, its easy

Because you're finally listening,

This is the first time

You ever heard me

And I'm loving it

So much its (almost) sick,

But I'm proud to say

I've changed.

 

I love you so much!

Its easy to see you are Beauty

And, you are The Beast

But its okay to be enough

For both of us.

Its great to be alive,

And its even better when I try.

Take my hand, and live a life.

Reviews

[Zoe Jay]

I like this, it is a wise and mature perspective, and succinctly and elegantly worded. I especially like the first verse, it contains the essence of the poem very neatly and is very thought provoking. I like the slight shift in mood into the second verse, from the thoughtful, almost distant contemplation of the first verse, into a slightly more energetic, jubilant, slightly disturbing confrontation of the same issues. Finally the conclusion, which is very classic in style, and enters with another change of mood, this time very strong, with the exclamation point - this also adds to the sense of the poem rising to a crescendo throughout in terms of tone. I love the balanced view this poem represents, slightly detached, and yet emotionally engaged, analytical without being neurotic. Very nicely written! :-)

[JanuaryDreamer♥]

This is really good, a great write very emotional

[Arabdha]

this is beautiful..almost flawless :)

[Saraplenty]

I NEEDED to read this tonight. Such powerful words, so beautifully and simply placed.

Thank you.

[northern monkey]

Great write. Curious, interesting, thoughtful.

[KAREN]

Heartfelt write, that reflects growing up!!

[Calypso]

Tonight I've started thinking of someone that abused me. I'm going to have to face her soon and I feel like I'm in the crossroad you are in. Ready to give up on the pain, anger, and sadness but you can't seem to totally heal from emotional wounds.
Well done. I enjoyed this.

[Angela]

You are Beauty and you are the beast. That revelation definitely appears to show maturity. Nice write.

[laughinglullaby]

very nice i enjoyed it :)

[sentimental~ galore]

oh the pain of love. good job!