I Smiled Back

I had a dream last night,

There was a little girl and that little girl was me.

I took her hand and I held it.

And I said I’m sorry.

I’m sorry for letting them hurt you.

I’m sorry for letting them break your broken heart.

I’m sorry for people always leaving.

I’m sorry I didn’t take care of you.

I’m sorry I didn’t love you.

And I’m sorry for cheating you of the happiness and joy you’ve always deserved.

Then the little girl looked back at me,

And she said “it’s okay – I forgive you”

And then she smiled.

Then I woke up and I smiled back.