The moment that I
Wished for nothing but
Your genuine happiness;
When I realized that I
Love anyone and everyone
Whom you cherish so dearly;
When I knew I could step back
Even if it might hurt,
Just to give you enough space;
When I smiled at your happiness,
Even if it should've meant
My brokenness;
When I told myself that I
Have done my best,
And will continue to do so,
To keep our ties in tact,
Without breaking anything else;
That's when I learned
That being tough
And kind
Is just too difficult.
But all for a stronger heart,
All for a braver soul,
Let's keep this up,
Until this folly comes
To its bitter end.