Hurt

Everything hurts lately. Not sharp and stabbing, just dull and achy - like it's going to last a while. Ice the knee to keep the pain from becoming too overwhelming and let the tears keep flowing to mend the heart a little. Putting yourself out there hurts. Sometimes the only person who can make you feel better is the one who hurt you. Strong arms around you as gentle, kind words slip from lips. Love is all you can think of and all you want back. Let others try, they say. Let them wipe away your tears, but all you know is that you must give it time. Let the hurt heal in its own way.