just before or just after

it was just before i walked out the door that i noticed a change
her anger had become quiet
disappointment sublimated and choked
i was afraid of the backlash
i did not expect tears
there simply was no path forward
she was leaving
i wanted to stay
her silence struck fear in my heart
time to go
don’t look back
no calls or texts
goodnight and good luck sweetheart

6-26-25

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