Silence
If I could give you one thing… it wouldn’t be an apology.
You’ve already heard those. You’ve carried enough of my pain.
No, if I could give you one thing
It’d be peace.
Peace so warm it melts every memory I ruined.
Peace so whole it replaces every hollow space I left in your heart.
Because the truth is, all I ever wanted was for you to be happy.
Even when I failed to be the man who could give that to you.
Even now, when I wake up every day feeling like the love you gave me is slipping through my fingers like sand.
You made me feel things I didn’t know I was capable of feeling.
You made me care about a world I’ve always wanted to run from.
And when I looked into your eyes it wasn’t about the color or the shape
It was the silence between heartbeats,
The stillness that only you brought me.
Like the chaos stopped for a second,
And I saw something divine.
You were my anchor in a storm that’s raged in me since childhood.
And I still see you everywhere.
In shadows, in scents, in songs, in food I used to love but now just tastes like dust.
I know I’ll never be the one to hold your hand again.
I know I became part of the pain you’ll have to heal from.
But please, let someone love you the way I should have.
Please let the world give you back everything you gave to me.
I will always be grateful for you.
For showing me that love was real,
For making me feel like I belonged, even for a little while.
And if some part of me lives on as just a memory,
Let it be the one where I was looking at you like I saw the entire universe in your eyes
Because I did.
Always loving you in silence,
Me
Silence can often feel more profound than words, creating a space for reflection and connection. In relationships, it's common for unexpressed emotions to accumulate, leading to a deafening silence that can overshadow past conversations and experiences. This silence embodies the love once shared, often transforming into a bittersweet reminder of what was. It's a space where memories linger, like echoes of laughter or whispers of affection that now dance in the stillness. People often find themselves grappling with the remnants of love, contemplating how silence can simultaneously represent loss and solace. It's a nuanced experience, where one can feel both comforted by the memories and haunted by their absence. In times of solitude, we often return to thoughts of our loved ones—caught in the spaces where silence reigns. Exploring this theme further reveals that silence can also be a source of healing. The act of reflecting in silence allows individuals to process their feelings, recognize their growth, and ultimately find peace within themselves. This transformation can lead to understanding the importance of having loved and being loved, even if it didn't last. Ultimately, the silence shared between two people can be an acceptance of their journey together. While pain may have accompanied love, it's crucial to cherish those silent moments as they shape our hearts and teach us about resilience and connection.
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