Dear Friend

A world in tatters, a heart that feels undone,

A precious piece lost, a battle you've outrun.

Tears welling up, a storm your pride confines,

The urge to plead, held captive by those lines.

Second-guessing whispers, a haunting, endless why,

Love freely given, met with a careless goodbye.

But don't you blame yourself, dear friend, for love so true,

His weakness, not your fault, a heart that wasn't you.

Don't let his shadow dim your brilliant soul,

A treasure far more precious, a story to unfold.

He was a lesson learned, a chapter turned the page,

Love wasn't wrong, his actions filled with rage.

A blessing unappreciated, a gift he couldn't hold,

But hold your head up high, your worth to be extolled.

Stay true to who you are, genuine and bright,

Your perfect love will find you, bathed in golden light.

The road ahead won't be smooth, that much is true,

But take it step by step, a stronger, braver you.

You've got this, Takue, a fire in your eyes,

A love story waiting, beneath the endless skies.

Dedicated to 

Takue Mashumba