Monday, September 29, 2014

a woman of independent ways

The men I've truly loved
needed me to need them more.
All I wanted was to be wanted.
I didn't understand their need.

Others say I've always been this way ...

Autonomous.

Independent.

Self-sufficient.

I thought it was a compliment.
A  part of my strength.

Maybe I was wrong.

Maybe they were.

6 comments:

  1. Yes, yes, yes! I've remained friends with my ex and he is currently in a relationship with someone who needs him more than I ever did and he's thriving.

    Sometimes I wonder if I'm truly independent and self-sufficient or just set in my ways. Who would I be if relaxed and let myself need someone? Would I be more accepting of a partner who truly needed me? Would I be in a relationship right now if I let myself need someone?

    Interesting post, Shannon.

    Karmabundance

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    1. Thank you thank you. And, I'm so relieved to know I'm not the only one. :)

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  2. MOST EXCELLENT pondering!

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  3. very interesting observation... can I see you when you get back???

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    1. Can I answer that when I get back. ;-) Of course, Kent. See you in March.

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