I'm sorry I hurt your feelings

I’m sorry I hurt your feelings
It wasn't my intention

I’m sorry my words were damaging
my tone sharp and critical
I’m sorry I missed your pain
and only saw how your actions
affected me
and affected my perceptions
of those around me

I’m sorry I hurt your feelings
I’m sorry I did not hear
your cry for help
I did not see
your need for a loving embrace.

I’m sorry.

(c) December 2, 2013