The Ledge

I wouldn’t have jumped so far off the ledge.

If he had caught me before I walked out.

I woke up that morning.

With the sickness in my heart.

That made me want to forget the last 18 months.

Waters rushing in.

I needed to jump ship.

I felt like I was under attack.

My candle wasn’t lit.

The path was dark.

And my king was somewhere.

On the other side.

Waiting for me.