"When pain is the only thing that's stood by me, I realize I've let it become my identity. I've worn it like a badge, a shield to hide, And in doing so, I've pushed you to the other side. I'm sorry for the hurt I've caused, the weight you've had to bear, For the times I've let my pain become a burden you must share. I know I've not been easy to love, to be around, But please know that my pain was never a reflection of you, nor our love's profound. If only I could turn back time, I'd do things differently, I'd face my pain with courage, and not let it dictate my reality. But life doesn't give us do-overs, only lessons to learn, And I promise to work through my pain, to heal, and to yearn. To yearn for a love that's free from the shackles of my past, To love you without condition, without the weight of pain that won't last. So please forgive me, dear one, for the hurt I've caused you pain, And know that I'm committed to healing, to loving you more truly, more fully, more freely." #ukwandakian