Poets logo
Content warning
This story may contain sensitive material or discuss topics that some readers may find distressing. Reader discretion is advised. The views and opinions expressed in this story are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Vocal.

A Life Without You

Post Break Up Poem

By Chloe GilholyPublished 2 years ago β€’ 1 min read
A Life Without You
Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash

Things have never been the same since... πŸ‘Ό

You said it was better off dead! πŸͺ¦

You may have never wanted it, but I did! πŸ‘°β€β™€οΈ

I wanted rings to prove people wrong. β­•

Show them you treated me like a queen. πŸ‘‘

But people could see the toxic I was blind to. ☠️

I still think of the blood-stained fingers 🩸

On that bench, you insisted had privacy. πŸ”’

The nights we spent together in bed. πŸ›οΈ

I never got to meet your family or go to your shrine. πŸ‘ͺ🏼

Maybe you'll read this, and maybe you won't. πŸ“°

The red flags are there, but I still believe in you. πŸŸ₯

Deep inside, the man I loved pre-covid will return. 😷

I know your biggest wish is to leave this world. ⚰️

We may be blocked, but I beg you to seek help. πŸ†˜

I want the person I fell in love with back, but he's gone. πŸ₯

I hope I've done the right thing, I will take care of myself. πŸ‘Š

When our paths meet again, I will be the best version of myself. 🩰

I'll go to all the places you didn't want me to go...πŸ‘ 

And keep in mind whatever I did and do is for the best πŸ’™

For both of us. πŸ’”

Free Verseheartbreaksad poetryMental Health

About the Creator

Chloe Gilholy

I live in Oxfordshire, England. I used to write a lot of fan fiction and mainly just write poetry now. I've been to over 20 countries and written many books. I'm currently working on a horror story called Heavenly Seas.

Reader insights

Be the first to share your insights about this piece.

How does it work?

Add your insights

Comments (4)

Sign in to comment
  • Willett2 years ago

    Hang in there my dear sending love πŸ’• ❀️

  • Babs Iverson2 years ago

    Heartwrenching & heartbreaking!!! Toxic & controlling isn't good. Taking care of yourself is good!!! Sending virtual hugs!!!πŸ’•β™₯️β™₯️

  • I'm so sorry this happened to you but I'm so glad you decided to prioritize yourself and your needs. Sending you lots of love and hugs ❀️

  • Cathy holmes2 years ago

    That is heartbreaking, and sounds completely necessary. Hang in there.

Find us on social media

Miscellaneous links

  • Explore
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Support

Β© 2026 Creatd, Inc. All Rights Reserved.