Hurtful Words

Like shards of glass, your words pierced the air,
Shattering the love we nurtured with care.
The sting echoes deep, a wound raw and wide,
Betrayal and hurt, emotions I cannot hide.
Each syllable uttered, a dagger to my heart,
Tearing down the fragile trust we built from the start.
Unkind accusations, judgments harsh and cold,
Leave me shaken and wounded, a spirit growing old.
The gentle bond we cherished, fragile and true,
Is stained by the venom your carelessness spewed.
Apologies may follow, but scars still remain,
The weight of your words causes unending pain.
Tears fall like rain, a storm in my soul,
Wounded by the one who should make me feel whole.
Can forgiveness blossom where hurt takes its stand?
Or has a chasm opened, forever changing this land?