Maybe I should quit while I’m ahead

Not bother connecting with friends

Why put your heart out for more pain?

It is additional heartache, further strain

A bigger hole to fill the void when they go

I try not to let the desolateness show

Or be a constant thorn in anyone’s side

I try to give space and time

Yet when my lonely comes calling

It is difficult to hide the tidal wave of tears

Flowing from my eyes

I need to release the aching, the sorrows

Someone has to know

Oh, heart, you are weighed down

Despair toils within you

Lord, help me find sweet relief

A dear friend willing to listen

Even if you are the only one

I will accept it over the void Despair brings

Be with me ever and always to the end

My friend

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