Long-Awaited Tears

My head aches.
There are lines on the mirror,
lines on my face.
I've tried all there is
but this pain won't leave.
And I think it'd be nice
if life would kill me.
But as I reach for that answer
you appear again
My life-long friend.
And you pull me in
and comfort me,
and tell me not to worry.
Still, your promise of salvation
brings little peace.
My weak legs give out
as I walk.
I don't say a word,
just listen to you talk.
And as you carry me
to my bed,
The dreams in my head
Surround me in hopes of surrender.
But as you treat my love
so tender,
The tears fall from my eyes.
And I cry.