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Was I five?

We haven't spoken in a long time, but there are some things that I want to tell you

By Lika TsoiPublished 5 years ago 1 min read

Why did you leave? What did I do?

I'm sorry if I have hurt you.

My mom's okay, she is in love.

But lately, it's been kinda rough.

I'm always sad and often cry,

And also, I began to lie.

Lie to me, to mom, to you.

I don't know why but I miss you.

Most of the time, you were not there,

When I was happy and was scared.

If you don't know, I love to sing.

I still love winter and hate spring.

I learned ice skating; and how to drive.

The last time you saw me was I five?

You don't remember, and I don't know.

I guess it was too long ago.

Thinking 'bout you hurts me so bad.

No matter what, you're still my dad.

You left my mum, and you left me.

The last time you saw me, was I three?

You have a new family and new life.

Is my mom better than your wife?

Apparently, I have your smile,

But no one's seen it in a while.

I don't like coffee, but you do.

I do like hockey, just like you.

I'm also stubborn and ambitious,

And extremely superstitious.

I want to meet and get to know you.

There are so many things I'll show you.

You want to see me play guitar?

Or drive with me in my new car?

I know it's been a little while

But will you walk me down the aisle?

Will you be there when I cry?

And when I text you, will you reply?

Some words were simply never spoken.

Not knowing you just leaves me broken.

You do not know what I've been through.

The last time you saw me was I two?

heartbreak

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Lika Tsoi

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