Washing My Hands

This is me

Washing my hands

To clear away the last of the dirt

Completely cleansing my soul

Requires me airing my hurt

I almost didn't because even now

I thought to put them first

But holding all the anger and confusion in

I swear only made it worse

So, I'm choosing to completely heal myself

Because it's what I deserve

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I've earned the happiness 

That I still wish upon them

And this is my ticket there

There's no harbored resentment

But this is still my story to share

I went through some dark times

And carried burdens, not mine to bear

But I'm way past the point

Of wanting things to be fair

I am justified in my peace

Now that no time with them is shared

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I am just simply 

Washing my hands

Indulging the opportunity to be free

Regardless of how it makes them feel

This time, I am taking care of me