Jumping Bridges

You told me
I was afraid
Accused me
Of absent risks
You made me
Trust you
With my heart.

You led me
To a hanging bridge
Waters angry, rippling
Wood creaking, weak
Ropes tangled, flimsy

You said
"Jump,"

And I did
And you
Said goodbye

And left me
Hurtling
Wind past my ears
Eyes closed, pressured
Tears leaking

And I still believed
You once
Loved me.