Before You Go Away
I learned so much from you.
Listen closely; I have something to tell you.
Ignore that corkscrew over there.
Listen to me.
I learned so much from you.
The sound of a pill bottle’s rattle, rattles you as well; I know that.
Listen to me.
I learned so much from you.
You taught me the virtue of patience. You inspired in me hope,
resilience and determination when I needed them most. You
led me to discover new passions and how to enjoy them. It was you
who taught me the true power and meaning of empathy. It was only
after knowing you that I developed an inner strength strong enough
to be my guide. My courage is thanks to you as well, because it was
you who challenged me to test it.
These, and so much more you have given to me as gifts.
I learned so much from you.
You helped me find these things deep within myself, and for that
I thank you. I am sure now that you have served your purpose in my
life. I can say goodbye to you with no regrets and with a forgiving heart.
I learned so much from you.
We both know you sicken me. Still, you are as much a part of me as I am
of you. I cannot forget you, no matter how hard I may try. We share so
much in order to simply survive; memories live in our very cells.
I learned so much from you.
Before you go away, I beg you to take one last look at me. You did this.
Pack your bags and leave my sanctuary. Your toxic way of life is
not welcome here. See, you are the one who taught me the importance
of standing up for myself.
I learned so much from you.
Go ahead, let the door slam on your way out, just don’t forget your
corkscrews. I don’t want them.
All Rights Reserved, Molly Murphy (September 13, 2011)
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September 16, 2011 at 1:23 pm
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January 29, 2012 at 11:21 am
E. Baron
Thank you for this. I’ve been living with Lyme disease for several years and my life has been profoundly affected by it, of course. Most recently, I’ve been working to understand what it has taught me (and will yet teach me?). Your words are perfect.
Eleanor