A beginning so promising,

even the birds seemed to sing our praise.

The days seemed so much brighter,

even the sun was warmer on my face.

I was understanding of the lyrics

written in every sweet love song.

You were the prayer answered

I had whispered for so long.

I allowed you to consume me,

to become what meant the most.

every thought that crossed my mind,

every rhyming word I wrote.

I never had the slightest suspicion

that you would break my heart,

ultimately we would end this way,

or that we would ever be apart.

I stand here alone without you,

wondering if I ever meant anything,

left with bittersweet memories

of a beginning so promising.