Suggested Exits Poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar

I lived through many seasons,
That came to go with an appreciation done.
Each one appealed with a growth remembered.
Although the experience,
Would change me with a noticeable difference...
I can admit as I reflect on this,
Glad I am to have moved forward to open doors...
And not fear the unknown.

A process to accept things done to let go,
Was not an easy lesson for me to learn...
As I journeyed to endure,
Obstacles that blurred my vision to eventually clear...
With a validating done of my decisions,
Today I endear as a part of life lived some may fear.
Or choose as a few do to remain self deceived,
As they proceed to seek empathy with tears on sleeves.

Heartbreak with mistakes made is part of life one lives.
Difficult it is to forgive sometimes.
But a peace of mind to have and keep,
Once discovered to find becomes protected.
Regardless of the imperfections,
Others may claim they can detect.
I've lived through many seasons to know what's best for me.
And judgements heard upon me passed behind me I do leave.

I lived through many seasons,
That came to go with an appreciation done.
Each one appealed with a growth remembered.
Although the experience,
Would change me with a noticeable difference...
I can admit as I reflect on this,
Glad I am to have moved forward to open doors...
And not fear the unknown to submit to suggested exits.