Jealousy

Words inspired by my least favorite emotion:

Oh bitter jealousy!

You show your ugliness at the most unpleasant times.

Just when I’m finally happy, 

There you are, back in my life

I don’t want to feel this way.

Your choices, your decisions

Have no influence on my life.

So why am resentful?

It’s great if you are happy,

I’d never ask for anything more.

But why is acid churning in my stomach?

This sour taste in my mouth worries me.

I am content with my heart,

My life is going sufficiently.

But there you are, despite everything,

Residing in the back of my mind.

I’m trying to let go of this feeling

I don’t need to worry about you

Only want concern for my own existence,

With time, hopefully this all will fade.