SHADOWS

The memories are closing in
   I fear there's no escape/
The things I said and things I did
   Follow me like shadows.

A curt remark, a smart retort,
I thought I was o so clever.
  How many did I hurt
While thinking of myself?

Never look back to see what you did
    Tomorrow is all that matters.
Hurt feelings, broken hearts, no problem
     I had myself to think of.

The years have passed by
I've grown and put ego aside.
  Now how do I apologize
  For the pain I left behind?