You loved me once upon a dream

When forever seemed within reach

I held you in my arms

Wrapped my legs around you

And let you do to me what I let no other

But you lied

Sweet ecstasy was not enough to quench

The fire of desire you had for another

When with me, you were with her in your heart

You left me broken, feeling lost

What more do you want from me?

I know what I need

And it is not this

I do not need you to feel validated

I am worthy to be loved the way any woman should

So leave me

I’ll help you pack your bags

Walk out the door

There’s no turning back

A new day has come

New beginnings and new life

A chance to love again

Free of sorrow, hurt, and pain

While the memory of passion lingers

But my bed has grown cold

I won’t make that mistake twice

Of being blinded by ecstasy

A glorious moment in time

When I thought I was yours

And you were all mine

©2014 PLJ

Dedicated to a dear friends who have had their hearts broken by lovers.