So Blind

by Gareth
(London)

This poem is the time I felt myself leaving my wife. It was over a period of a couple of months. I started to shut myself off from her. I knew the pain I was causing her but felt no remorse at the time. I slowing realised the grass wasn't greener and asked for forgiveness.


You watched me slip slowly away.
I remember my feelings that very day
Feeling my hand slip through yours
Turning away, not letting you have a say.

You watched me build that lonely wall
I can remember standing so very small
Feeling my heart turn so cold
Turning away, I'd do nothing but fall.

You watched me hide and withdraw
I can remember closing that very door
Feeling confusion build up inside
Turning away, why would I want more?

I watched you cry in my mind
You remember my love being so kind
Feeling lonely without you here
Turning to you....I've been so blind.