The learning
The knowing
The growing

Thoughts that go flashing through my mind
Making me dizzy.

I thought that I knew myself.
Just what made me, me.

I didn’t go looking for this knowledge,
But hell, I’m glad for the knowing.

You taught me so much.
Even such a few hours.

Somehow
I always knew we could never last,
The difference in needs too great.

But oh the blaze,
The delightful knowledge,
How my intellect burns.

I am stronger,
More confident
Just so much more self-aware.

You gave me this gift,
And I thank you for that.

I will go forward,
Into the fray of life,
Armed with knowing,
That, I will survive.

Earlier, I didn't think I could,
Now, I know I will.

Though this year has been brutal,
Filled with conflict and strife
I will go forward and value this life.

Embracing my desires,
And gathering my needs.

No longer will I deny,
Who I am,
And what is in me.