Mistakes Made

A blank canvas,

I'm no such thing

Mistake after mistake

Committed from utter foolishness

Words I wish I'd never said,

Thoughts I long to hold back,

Actions I yearn to erase

All the times I could've reacted better,

In a more positive way

All the moments I should've treasured,

Basking in their warmth

All the hugs I could've returned,

Showing you're cared for, too

All the times I should've said it back,

Those three simple words,

"I love you"

Someday, I'll no longer

Have the opportunity to

I have to admit my mistakes now,

And learn from them while I can

Next time, I'll return the sacred words

You offered from your vulnerable heart