Deep within the abyss of my mind

lies the ruins of my thoughts

They once stood tall and undefeated

by the feelings that they fought

 

Hopelessness, worthlessness, and depression;

the only feelings I knew

It seemed like the odds were stacked against me

and there was nothing I could do

 

Feening to be loved by a nonexistent figure

extracted all my efforts to find love

A wall built so high even guarded my heart

from affection from the one above

 

Thriving in a material world,

something I could never fathom

Given that I was raised

with not much enthusiasm

 

Emotional and mental strain

is all I’m accustomed to

This was true for quit some time

Until I met you

 

With my best interest in mind,

you’d never seem to fail

All the trials and tribulations you endured

sure ended up doing me well

 

Because you love me

you’d take it upon yourself

To see to it

that I begin to love myself

 

Seemingly fearless of my internal demons,

you took on the challenge of persuading love

These thoughts which are now ruins,

were your target to catch hold of

 

Through thick and thin

not once did you leave

My sanity, my emotions

you helped me retrieve

 

You’ve taught me how to love

Now it’s my turn to try

Behold this beautiful life I see

It’s written in the sky

 

Because you love me

I’ve learned to love too

You are my best friend

Because I love you

 

Unconditional they say

Seems a bit intimidating

But with you by my side

it's actually captivating

 

Because I love you

I see so much clearer.

If only I had known

the key to love was in the mirror.

 

In memory of these ruins

in my mind

May you rest in peace

It’s my time to shine

 

I have found myself

and discovered love that's true

All because I love me

and because I love you