To those who were cheated on:

[DrReplyInRhymes]

Im sorry to those in this forum afflicted by pain, suffering, and the fear,

The hurt that was imposed and the resulting emotions to navigate and steer,

I say this compassionately because I'm from the both sides of the fence,

Some cheaters do have a conscience, not all of us are really that dense.

 

I became a cheater for a while, out of revenge to say the least,

I had been cheated on, or my insecurities lead me to truly believe,

So to "get even" or exact revenge, I tried to behave in similar fashion,

But along the way, I lost myself and my life became void of passion.

 

Fueled by rage and fear, and in a haze of multiple drugs I chose to take,

I numbed my conscience enough not to care about how my life became fake,

To those who truly loved me and was hurt by my dishonesty and action,

I'm sorry to have hurt you so, my life was in turmoil and in constant faction.

 

To those who think we can't change, I stand and argue against you,

I hated myself for what I'd become, and in most senses, still do.

There's a void inside myself which is painful to bear and face head on,

Alcohol and drugs will only numb it so far before your soul is completely gone.

 

I may not be the same kind of person as what you all have experienced too,

But for them I apologize on their behalf, I'm sorry tragedy had to strike you.

Just know that it's not always sunshine for those who crossed to this side,

For most it's about judging the action that took place, and not the reason why.

 

Before you judge the next cheater, and think it's an action to hurt you,

Consider the notion it's a problem inside the person who is unfaithful to you,

Do not waste your precious moments of life trying to understand why,

For you aren't the broken one, we are, as that life is nothing but a lie.

 

This isn't a pity parade, or a post seeking to validate the opinion of the masses,

It may serve as an explanation to some, but mainly, it's the eyes behind the glasses,

It's a public apology to all those afflicted after reading about so much pain and despair,

To choose to face my problems, it's consequences, and the shame I must bear.

Edited April 26, 2015 by a LoveShack.org Moderator
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[No Limit]

Nice poem. Although I still won't pity cheaters. Many of them seem to be very happy in their little worlds after all.

[Space Ritual]

Nice poem. Although I still won't pity cheaters. Many of them seem to be very happy in their little worlds after all.

 

LOL. You are far more cordial than I could ever be:)

[writergal]

Wow, what a great poem DRIR. Inspiration and creativity like that often come from great personal vulnerability. Thank you for sharing your own personal experiences here.