A Poem for First Loves

I was unable to sleep last night and I had an exam this morning. So it was imperative that I sleep. It’s times like those when a wave of inspiration hits you like a splash of cold water (weird analogy, I know, but think about it).

I know a girl who
could read between the lines
She could see right
through my warm untelling eyes

At one point in time
I’d proudly call her mine
But sadly like with everything
We had to say our goodbyes

I left for a land far far away
for better prospects to me
and a better life perhaps
but it was mostly to her dismay

She said she would wait
I told her I loved her
and this was fate
she said this was forever

I could feel her tears
In her letters and maps
and through all her fears,
I realized she’s forever mine

and I am too.

I don’t know how I feel about this: It’s both good and bad, happy and sad. But I cherish how it used to be and I cherish how it is. I wonder if this isn’t just only me.

Peace & Love,
Tarun