I Used To Be Waterproof

I was once waterproof,

And then it rained.

Relentless pouring

Soaked my sole.

Was it love? Was it hate?

You were both.

 

I used to dance in the rain,

Until it seeped through

And left me in shame.

Now I can’t even leave you to blame.

 

I used to love, now I hate.

I stay inside these days.

Does that make me weak?

Am I afraid?

 

Should I change my coat

To a harder shell?

Or wait in the closet

‘Til the sun comes out?

 

The sun is dry

And I am thirsty

Outside is safe

Until it rains

 

I was once waterproof

Before I met you.

Thought I was quenched,

Then you left me cold.

 

Now I’m warm,

But I am dry.

I am weak.

I stay inside.

This poem is about: 
Me

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