Understood

"Understood" is a poem by Matthew S. Breslau. It was first published on May 8th, 2018.

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When your words floated around me, They were gentle and soft, Covered in expression That I understood. But as time went on, My understanding diminished. Gradually you would give more closure Until at last, again I understood. And maybe it is my own fault That closure isn’t enough, But I will admit that Lately you have been acting More like your words were Meaningless before. Expectation is not a game I can play anymore. I have to move forward and I have to think of myself. But, please, Please, If you want to keep me from doing that without you, You have only to tell me so. I would turn around in a heartbeat.