What you once were

You once were a friend
You once cared
we laughed
we cried
I was always there
you always came running
you always needed something
I tried and tried
but it's out of my control
the things you do
for the attention you so desperately need
can be no more
for i have no more energy
to give you what you need

you forgot others
you forgot their feelings
and how they were
you turned your back
only calling for your own gain
everyone sees it but you
I'm sure you'll see it,
when it's too late

Your definition of friendship
could use some redefining
you never fully appreciate
what everyone does for you
sometimes a simple thank you
isn't enough
especially when you don't mean it

I must stand up though
and be walked upon no more
I'm dusting myself off
and standing strong
I will not be blamed no more
for your actions

It's not that I don't care
I just didn't listen to those around me
who warned me
over and over
to get away
and not look back

I didn't listen and now I'm the fool
for your not the person I thought you were
family ties mean nothing to you
for they are everything to me

KJG 3-14-10