castle

The truth came to visit me today.

He stopped in to say
I don’t need you in any way.

From the fires of pain
I will rise and heal.

From the ashes of sadness
I will build a castle of fortune.

Don’t knock.
Don’t ring.

My riches come from your absence.
My happiness comes from your leave.

I am free of the dirty web you weave.

Excuse my smile as I walk away.
I said goodbye to your sadness today.

~Bp