Friend Break-Up

You walked into my life

And I thought you were fantastic.

I think I accidentally

Placed you on a pedestal.

You embodied courage

Beauty and conviction.

I opened my heart to you,

I don’t do that very often.

I imagined a life with you

One where we shared everything

And spent days doing nothing.

I loved you in a way

I can’t put into words.

You were there for me at a time

When I needed someone.

I imagined we’d be

Cheering each other on,

Always in the front row.

But life had other plans.

As my therapist says,

You were in my life

For a reason and a season,

But not a lifetime.

Your friendship was a gift

I wish it lasted longer.

But accepting the end

Is what I have to do.

Thank you for being there.

Thank you for your friendship.

Thank you for seeing me.

I wish you nothing but love

Happiness and peace.

I still think your fantastic.

And will be cheering you on,

Just now from afar

Rather than in the front row.

Written by Amanda Durocher

5.2.25