REGRETS

In a very dark place I glimpse a glimmer of light
Like a hungry fish I took the bait and bite
Hungry for love and affection
I indulge in forbidden passion, now I hate the sight of my reflection

Why did you tempt me, why did I succumb, why? Why?
Now burden with guilt I just barely get by
Guilty, guilty, guilty, my conscience whispers to me
And in my defense I mutter and plea, enough please let me be


No one is perfect, be kind to yourself please
No, no, said I, I seek penance I seek release
A self-righteous fool I have been all my life
Now my own folly cuts like a knife


A moment of passion so brief
Brings regret with no signs of relief
Face yourself, look at your reflection and see
You are human, you are imperfect let it be I beg, I plea