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I can’t say anything now
You won’t answer my call
You don’t pick up fast enough
I hang up on the third ring
I thought I knew you well
You didn’t speak at all
You let me create a version of you
I fooled myself into thinking it was true
I was manipulating your life
You were my muse to all my stories
You left on a Saturday morning
I was awake pretending to be dreaming
I heard you shut the door
You made me coffee as a peace offering
You touched my cheek before you went
I didn’t move, didn’t flinch
I held still as my heart broke
You were never a stranger until now
You cried as you walked down the stairs
I heard the echoes with every step
I’m terrible at goodbyes
You’re worse
You loved me quiet
I loved my version of you
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