Thankful

My hopes were very different
Love always comes with pain
I played my cards so foolishly
And walked away in shame

I care for you dear friend
This, my actions did not show
Forgive me for the pain
We both have surely grown

If I could tear my rib cage open
To repair all the parts
That acted oh so poorly
I’d leave you in my heart

I’m thankful I have known you
I pray that joy will reign
And your heart that I’ve wrung dry
Can learn to love again