Love can be one-sided, leaving behind heartbreak and painful realizations. This unrequited love poem captures the feeling of longing for someone who never truly saw you. Read Reflection in the Storm—a story of love, admiration, and self-discovery.
We were like the ocean and the sky,
I would gaze at you, falling for your stars.
You would watch me, admiring my ripples and waves.
I would wait for your sun to set
And the moon to rise.
When you grew angry with me,
Clouds would cover you entirely.
I’d try to glimpse through,
My waves swelling in response,
But I had to wait
Until you shone through.
You would eventually,
Yet not before you belted me with rain.
Then one day, while I was admiring you,
It struck me:
You weren’t looking at me at all.
You were gazing at your own reflection.
The clouds weren’t signs of anger,
But a barrier to keep me from seeing.
Now I crash upon the shores,
Trying to erase the pain.
I hope you’re watching me,
As I break apart and fade away.
Unrequited love leaves a deep mark, much like waves crashing upon the shore. Have you ever loved someone who never truly saw you? If this poem speaks to you, explore more poetry about love, longing, and heartbreak.
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