The Chronicles of Alex

They always say “I’m sorry.” But, I honestly don’t know what they’re sorry about. I wanted the truth, and I finally got it. Thank, god. If he exists. 

I knew the answer before I asked. But I needed to hear you say it. To be honest with yourself. To be honest with me. To speak it to the universe. 

I will miss you. Of course I’ll miss you. But I’m free now. To sing and dance and fly. You didn’t hold me captive, but I became docile. Women were meant to be wild. Untamed and beautiful.

My poems are more like a stream on consciousness. Sometimes I experiment with personification, rhyme schemes, or structure; it can be a fun exercise, because the brain needs worked out too, but I really love free verse just to get the thoughts out. I haven’t written anything new for almost two years now… Which maybe is a good thing. 

Anyways, this poem is my perspective on break ups, whether with a friend or significant other. I think people apologize too often; the significance of “I am sorry” losses any and all credibility over time. In many circumstances, many people just don’t know what to say, which is understandable in tough and emotional circumstances. But never use “I’m sorry” as a cop out, because you are uncomfortable. 

Don’t apologize to me. Make me a promise you aren’t going to break. Don’t do things over and over again to just say, “I’m sorry” over and over again. Action must match words. “I’m sorry” is a cop out to ignore things – to not actually address and work through a problem. It keeps the person saying it from facing uncomfortable truths and the person it is said to appeased. 

It’s okay to grow apart or a relationship changing; growing as an individual is the natural progression of life. You realize you need other things to be fulfilled and continue your journey. It’s okay to move on from circumstances or relationships that are no longer serving your best interests. It’s okay to change as a person! When you realize this though, be honest with yourself and the person you are talking to. Don’t hide or change the truth to soften the blow. Work through it or separate from it honestly. 

Don’t water things, truths, or yourself down to fit a mold or hide from discomfort. Address it. Move on. Be free. 

AMS 9, 06/15/2025