This is beautiful. What you said about the power words have is so true. They are weapons of expression. The life of any poet revolves around words, and you have expressed that perfectly. As for the poem, the idea of someone being a story to you, the most painful one in fact, evokes a smile and warmth in me. ‘A bittersweet tragedy’ adds a Shakespearean vibe to your piece. Well done. I am very impressed!
RE: Words.