With every step I take I am moving on.

With every sigh that escapes

my mind is closer to peace.

With ever picture torn and paper ripped,

is another memory forgotten.

With every scream and every shout,

is another emotion that I have just let out.

With every good moment made,

an older, bitter moment is replaced.

With every flowing movement of this pen

a new, inner strength grows stronger.

Surpressing the anger, hate, and fear.

But of all of these,

one that stands out among them

is having you stand beside me,

ever so close and so near.

Even in my darkest day you help me through.

Your kind and thoughtful words showing me the way.

Sometimes those emotions return to me

and I slip back into the darkness,

but you rush to my side and lift me up

whispering words of comfort into my ear.

Holding me tight,

ever so close and so near.

That is why,

I care for you so.

My love.

My Darling.

My Dear.

By Lady Mercareth