I LEARNED TO LOVE

I learned to love;
and to love alone.
I learned to love
without the heart warming embrace;
without the daily calls;
without the expensive diners and gifts;
without the handsome face and breath-taking physique;
without the numerous promises on candle lit nights;
without the roses so red;
without all day texts;
without the sunset kissing;
without the surprises on midnight rides;
without the hope that you will always be there;
I do not need you to give me the world
because I learned to love;
and to love you alone