This was written on February 12, 2021, and submitted as an entry to JMBelievers Valentine's Day Love Poem Writing Contest. Enjoy :)

There are many times as a child

I wished to meet you, my love

But that never happened

"You're too young!" I said.

Come to my adolescent youth

And I thought I found you

But that was an illusion

"You're nuts," I whispered.

They said we have that one soulmate

who cares, who loves, who protects

But destiny keeps me from seeing

"Give up!" I screamed.

Now, I'm in my thirties

And all hope seems lost.

Grown tired and weary

"Goodbye, soulmate," I said.