We all get lonely sometimes. Loneliness comes for a number of reasons. Sometimes the loss of a relationship can spur that loneliness, or even just being separated by distance from someone you love. Here is an original poem I wrote about that exact feeling:

L O N E L I N E S S

creeps up on you

like a thief in the night

taking one painful memory at a time

until it has stolen your inner light.

L O N E L I N E S S

is nights of restless sleep

dreams you wish were real

empty sheets reminding you

of the wounds that won’t heal.

L O N E L I N E S S

Makes you doubt

not just others, but yourself

reminding you of what you’ve lost

every time you see the smiling photos on the shelf.

L O N E L I N E S S

sits heavy upon your chest

enjoying your pain like an amusement park ride

stealing your breath

and uncovering every scar you’ve tried to hide.

L O N E L I N E S S

Is an unwanted guest

that you can’t bear to send away

it shows up at the worst times

but for some reason, you let it stay.

L O N E L I N E S S

revels in your sorrow

and poisons your heart

it’s here yesterday, today, tomorrow

determined to keep you and happiness apart.