PROLOGUE
This poem explores the deep emotional turmoil of a protagonist who, after losing their soulmate in a tragic accident, is granted a second chance to save them through time travel. However, this miraculous opportunity comes with a painful sacrifice: the protagonist must prevent themselves from falling in love with their soulmate, leading to a heartbreaking separation. As the protagonist watches their soulmate move on and form new connections, they grapple with the bittersweet realization that knowing such love, even if lost, is a treasure worth the painful memories.
The Love Of A Time Traveler
It’s been many years already
since that fateful tragedy;
That car accident tore our lives apart.
Since then I haven’t been the same,
it was the drunk driver to blame
for leaving this deep scar in my heart.
I lived out my days lamenting;
Missing you I am resenting
the existence of God and all that’s good.
Just when I thought all hope was lost,
an angel I did come across –
God lent a hand when I didn’t think He would.
In order to prevent your death,
I was whisked back to when we first met
and the Lord allowed us a second chance.
At first I wasn’t someone you knew
so I pretended to bump into you
and we got to know each other again.
The angel said to save your life,
there must be a sacrifice –
I must prevent us from falling in love.
When you suggested a night in town,
I had no choice but to turn you down;
Parting ways with you was dreadfully tough.
The disappointment in your eyes
pained me more than you realized;
My heart broke as I watched you walk away.
I quietly whispered those three words,
and you turned around as if you heard…
That last “I Love You” was so hard to say.
You smiled and continued on
I watched until you were gone;
Woke up in my bed was the next thing I knew.
I ran to call you on the phone,
the voice was of someone I’d known;
I didn’t speak but was relieved it was you.
I collapsed and thanked the Lord
for having your life restored;
My heart shattered into a million pieces.
It was a big price to pay
to know that we have parted ways
as your memory of me vanishes.
I’d see you every now and then
but it pained me to no end
that I could no longer be with you.
By chance the other day
I saw you at the cafe
you seemed happy with someone new.
When you finally noticed me,
you looked at me curiously,
with a smile that I’d never forget.
I know that life must move on,
and even though you are gone,
…..to have known you is worth any regrets.
