Poem/Song of the Day — How wrong I was

Summary

The poem "How Wrong I Was" reflects on the regret and realization of a past love that was undervalued and the desire to return to it.

Abstract

"How Wrong I Was" is a contemplative poem that delves into the narrator's remorse over leaving a loving relationship. Initially, the narrator turns away from the sight of happy couples, reminded of what they once had and the feeling of not belonging. The poem reveals the narrator's past mistake of not fully committing to the relationship, leaving their partner with a broken heart. As time passes, the narrator acknowledges their error, recognizing the depth of their love and the joy they once shared. The realization strikes that their true place is with their former partner, whose forgiveness and love are now cherished. The poem concludes with the narrator's self-forgiveness and a longing to return home, to the heart that still holds their love.

Opinions

The narrator expresses deep regret for leaving a loving relationship, acknowledging their mistake in not appreciating it fully.
There is a sense of longing and nostalgia for the past relationship, which the narrator now views as the best part of their life.
The poem conveys a transformation in the narrator's perspective, from believing they didn't belong in the relationship to understanding it was where they truly belonged.
Forgiveness is a central theme, with the narrator seeking it from their past love and ultimately finding self-forgiveness.
The narrator's journey is one of self-discovery and emotional growth, leading

How Wrong I Was

When I see lovers laughing and holding one another I turn away I look to where I once was But when I look to close I see what I left behind It’s where I felt I didn’t belong

How wrong I was Can you forgive me

I liked to see what else could be I gave you part of me with no foundation It’s what I believed I could only give Despair in my heart

I left you with a heart broken Now I remember why You forgave me then I was not worthy

How wrong I was

My love of a lifetime ago My heart still beats for yours When I see lovers laugh and play, now I gaze I embrace from what I turned away Now I dream of us

In the shadow of my life, now I look for you I know where I belong My mind is clear, my heart is open How could I have been so wrong

I turned away from the best part of my life My inner darkness, to where I thought I once belonged How wrong I was

I forgive me, now I dream of us It’s your heart my love that brings me home I’m coming home I’m coming home

Suzanne Mondoux 29 January 2020

Song/Poem of the Day — How Wrong I Was

How Wrong I Was