You Make Me a Better Man

About this poem

Have you ever been in love with someone halfway across the world whom you've never even met in person? This is a traditional Shakespearean sonnet in which I dedicate fully to a kind and compassionate girl I met online. Not only are we physically apart, but we both carry with us our own trauma and difficult past. Her last partner was very controlling, and in no way did he treat her right. Unfortunately, it appears her painful past is finally catching up to her causing her to question if she can start a new chapter with me, and whether or not she is ready. Although it seems like we are a perfect match in so many ways, it appears to be the cliche saying of "right person, wrong timing". There is not much more I can do for her as I cannot erase nor change her past. All I can do now is to have a bit of hope and write this poem for her. I don't have much poem-writing experience, but I've tried to convey how much she inspires me to be a better man and person. Although I am halfway across the world and cannot do much more, I hope she can remember this poem and know how much she has done for me. more »