Solitude
Solitude
Solitude
by Mike D'Andrea
Wisdom says one shouldn’t have regretif in their life they’ve found themself content.I keep this adage in my heart, and yet, I’m dreaming of a lifetime better tread.That lifetime when I dared to say helloinstead of dreading how you would react.That fantasy remains unknowable,a courage and conviction that I lacked.
I’d say I’m happy now, but not elated.A lifetime taxed by constant thoughts of you.My mindless musings, countless hours spent -the might-have-beens if I had followed through.
A fantasy I’m fighting to eschew,repurpose my remorse for someone new.
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