"You always hurt the one you love"
Those lyrics from yesteryear
With words of dual meaning used,
It sends its message clear.

Though not specifically stated in
Words of the old refrain,
Both the giver and receiver may
Share equally in the pain

The hurt refers to only one
In words of the popular song.
But the hurt is felt by the hurter, too,
Despite who's right or wrong.

The street of life is a two way street,
And as we journey through,
We often find that some we love
Will often times hurt us too.

"For reaching out to those you love
May prove to be in vain.
When a loved one will reject your help,
You, too, will feel the pain