Regret

I saw you

standing there,

and

I just wanted to wrap my arms around you

and never let go.

Like magnets,

I felt myself being pulled toward you,

but insecurities and doubts clouded my mind,

and my polarity switched.

Whenever I tried,

I couldn’t reach you.

If only I could’ve told you

how smart,

beautiful,

and perfect

you truly are.

I’ve treasured you for so long, but

I’ve never gotten the courage to love you.

I’ve watched your life from a distance,

afraid to take chances, afraid of what I’d lose,

but the irony is

by trying to keep my heart safe,

I lost it,

and worst of all,

I lost you.