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“And Yet I Smile!”



It’s amazing to me that I still wear a smile.

I thought I went the distance with you but you demanded an extra mile!

I thought I was helping by being your friend.

I didn’t anticipate the countless sacrifices that would have no end.

I thought that my loyalty would be all the consolation required.

I didn’t know that being compassionate would actually make me tired.

I reminisce on our relationship every once in a while.

You put me through a lot and yet I smile.

I know you’ve been through a lot so, I thought I’d sympathize.

Now I realize that in order to retain your respect I have to compromise.

I guess I put unrealistic expectations on you.

I should have expected little; then you would’ve come through.

I don’t mean to come down on you; it’s just sometimes life is unfair.

I was supportive of your ambitions but when the tables were turned you weren’t there.

It took some adapting but I caught on after a while.

Yes, we’ve been through a lot and yet I smile.

I used to think your incapability to be appreciative of me was just a phase.

I was sadly awakened to the reality after being let down in countless ways.

I know it may sound like I’m angry or upset.

Well I’m actually quite thankful; there’s nothing about our relationship that I regret.

I once had hope that you’d try to eventually reconcile.

That didn’t happen and yet I smile.

I smile because I’m grateful for the lessons you provided.

I’m glad that in spite of our misfortunes we’re still un-divided.

I hope to stay a part of your life and maybe one day even an inspiration.

I will not turn my back to you my heart is like an antique that is without depreciation.

I thank you for allowing me the opportunity to be influential and encourage to you to stay strong.

I am determined to see the good in you and recruit your smile along



Inspired by Mark Mosley

Bryant Mosley.