Love and Baggage

You had me blown out, baggage and baffled Our love was on the ropes Blockages of darkness crawling, festering To trust in you as much As a clown painted black A dirge without delivery In shame and ruthlessness I determined to press nerves Or venture without substance But when the storm and wreckage passed I still hear your voice crystallized The shining gem of your impetuousness Slowly you pull me back And offer your greatest hope As excitement turns the page