Hold the Knife

An Ode to Backstabbers

How stupid could a person be!

To let down their guard and trust you?

Honestly, now I know it won't be me.

Which is why I say hold your knife.

You may keep your sharp tool of deception-

Keep it away from my back.

I do not need your help, if that is what you are after,

I am not a moving target!

My resolution to be strong and free,

Now suddenly sets me all alone.

But I do not mourn your loss,

You were never really there.

I care little for you now,

It is like a hard callus removed from my heart.

You took up space and made me bitter.

Now I hold you at bay.

Take you smiles, hugs, and kisses.

For I wish them never to come back my way.

Once a trusted roommate and friend,

Now a bitter nemesis.

I do not miss you.

I do not need you.

Thank you for helping me to see,

I am stronger, better and faster standing without you and free.