Goodbye

I came to Deep Underground Poetry and rediscovered myself. That was a marvelous thing. In fact, there are possibly not enough superlatives out there to describe the marvel that it has been, this incredible and wondrous journey, which continues, even now.

I have met people along the way here who I consider friends. Perhaps that is naive of me. I often tend toward the gullible I've been told oft enough by friends since I was quite young; apparently, that trait has never left me. I trust and love quite deeply, am sensitive to a fault. I've always been so.


I've made mistakes and here's where I begin my apologies. I shan't name names, but you'll know who you are, I think.

I said I wouldn't bother you again and I've kept my promise, though I've ached to ask after your friend who you took to the hospital. I hope all went well. I only wrote what I did hoping to amuse you, you know. I once brought a smile to your face; I had thought I'd try again. I was so foolish. Forgive me, please. I never meant to discomfit you. Take care, luv.

Now, you I failed through silence, and, though I've apologized privately, I want to do so publicly again. I wasn't brave enough and that I shall ever regret. I don't believe I deserve forgiveness, but I'll ask this time nevertheless.

You, I think, believe I've let you down. I'm sorry for that, luv. I tried to do as I felt best and most honest. It wasn't enough and for that I apologize. I am oft exhausted these days. That's not fair to you and I regret that heartily. Perforce, forgive me even so.  

To the two of you, I offer my tenderest regards and my deepest apologies. I never meant to cause strife. This is the wound for which I cannot make amends deeply enough, I fear. I've only ever wished the very best for both of you and still would that you two experience the wondrous things of life together. I apologize for all I did that was offensive and unwanted and appeared self-aggrandizing. 'Twas never meant that way. If you can find it in your hearts to forgive me, I shall be humbly grateful.

To any others who I have wronged in some fashion, please forgive me for I have meant no harm, never that.

To everyone else on Deep Underground Poetry with whom I've dialogued or had a chance to interact, thank you for everything, every moment, every word and phrase, all the praise and critique. Without you, I would not have done much of what I chanced, mayhap. You have been so absolutely terrific!

However...
However, I think it is time for me to say goodbye.

Again, thank you all for your immense graciousness.