Bleeding Heart Poem by Thomas King

My heart is bleeding
And I wish you could see
The pain and sadness
You have inflicted on me

I have given my all
Everything that I am
But you clearly don't see
Or just don't give a damn

You feel I'm obligated
That it's my duty to stay
To try and make you happy
In some sick and twisted way

Uncaring and condescending
Your words cut to the bone
You feel you are my life's ruler
Sitting high upon your throne

But your reign over me has ended
No more torturing my soul
It's my dignity I need to salvage
And my heart I need to console

You're a fool to have thought
I would lie down at your feet
That I could live with the pain
Or I would cower and retreat

I've gathered all my strength
Bandaged my bleeding heart
It's time to start the healing
And gracefully depart.

As I walk through the door
I will hold my head high
But I will leave you with these four words
Which are F- YOU AND GOODBYE!