Pursuit of Perfection

ashan1614 on Dec 6, 2011

Tags: discontent, failed relationships, hurt, perfect match, perfect mate, perfection, reconciliation, Relationships, seeking, sympathy

It’s frustrating when you find the person you think is perfect for you (and you for them) and they obviously don’t feel the same. Especially when their new relationship fails and they come running back to you for consolation (and reconciliation).

What is it that you’re seeking?

Perfection is a myth

Perpetuated by the media

You’re convinced it exists somewhere

Wrapped in a small shiny package

When opened, there is nothing inside

I was all you needed

But you wanted something more

How many times does this have to play out

Before you recognize the truth?

What you are seeking cannot be found

And I will not always be available

To deflect the blows to your heart

Or soothe the inevitable wounds

A deaf ear turned to your complaints

Even sympathy has its limits

And you have certainly been lacking

When it comes to hurting me

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mphsglo on Dec 6, 2011
Relationships can be very difficult.
Christine Ramsay on Dec 6, 2011
A very sad but beautifully written poem.
gaby7 on Dec 6, 2011
I agree absolutely with the plot of this poem. Unhappy people are those who are in a mindless pursuit for perfection…they are not content with what they already have not knowing that perfection is mirrage….. hot empty air that leaves wounds and regrets in the hearts of many men and women.
LadyElena on Dec 6, 2011
Touching Poem….

I really hope you have something beautiful planned for the festive season. I want you to have a happy time.
Best Wishes, Elena.
ashan1614 on Dec 6, 2011
@gaby7 – That is the God’s honest truth. The grass always looks greener over there. We arrive to find the lawn is full of bare patches…
ImKarn23 on Dec 6, 2011
perfect is hard to find..
Margaret Boseroy on Dec 6, 2011
What matters more than finding the nonexistent perfection is finding companionship and compatibility. Very touching poem.
Elove Poetry on Dec 8, 2011
well…
FX777222999 on Dec 19, 2011
There is no such thing as perfect relationship. You have to work it out to be good.
V rank on Dec 22, 2011
Indeed such thing does not exist in the real world! Enjoy reading this!

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