Book Insight Part Two

The Apologetic Soul

I’m sorry for being sorry!

I’m sorry for being late!

I’m sorry that I didn’t make it to greet you at the door!

I’m sorry I didn’t cover you in kisses!

I’m sorry for being clumsy! 

I’m sorry I didn’t keep you safe!

I’m sorry for that clumsy moment…

I bumped into you and spelt tea all over,

The China cup that shattered,

When it hit the ground,

Was just my soul that left your hands.

All I found was shards that bleed out, all the past.

Fastily, I tried to cover it up,

By telling you…

I’m sorry!

Of course, you didn’t accept,

All these apologies

They just dilute from all the disputes!

This time…

I’m sorry!

I had to pack my bags

And, for the final time…

I’m sorry!

Was the note I left behind.

Your title was removed!

And, this time…

I’m NOT sorry!

~Alice McMurtry