Tempered only by the thought
I might find peace
And quiet
Some solace
Because this life is temporary
My spirit might well transcend
Ascend
Be redeemed
But my love for you destroyed me
Nearly forever
Your love for me disappeared quickly
It lasted, almost, in fact, never
You counted the cost
And remained in my glow
Until you chose to flee
When I had need
Soon I began to bleed
Sorrow and grieving
Followed
