Esoterica: Poetry from a Queer Pagan

Though the love was true Our reality broke it down Even without fighting Even without fuss Our love fizzled out Not with a bang, but a buzz I didn't even argue I wouldn't ask you to stay Because I truly love you Enough to accept this pain I hope you are fulfilled I hope you find what I could not be My love is not a prison You don't belong to me I'm proud of how you've changed Grateful for the time I wish life had allowed us more But I understand now why Why we must move on to new phases Grow and change some more It doesn't make what we had meaningless In fact, it means even more Thank you for loving me as you did Even with my flaws Thank you for being honest Knowing when to withdraw I couldn't bear to hurt you So if what I am now isn't what you need I accept your decision I won't lash out in greed I've felt this cycle of loss many times But never before has it occured this way Thank you for nurturing this growth For helping me find change Our paths part ways now it seems However the love will always be there In the memories Late nights, long talks, laughter Perhaps we were too much alike Too comfortable in that reflection But still I value the love given And appreciate your efforts The comfort in hard times The small joy to carry through I understand why you must move on Though in spirit I'll always be with you I hope you thrive I wish you growth I pray for your wellness One last "I love you", dear No strings attached