Less Than Whole

Less Than Whole I now know how much I love you, But that’s where the problem lies. There’s a part inside of heart That can’t get past the lies. ~ Can’t get past the broken trust, The images of him and you. No matter how hard I try, It’s something I just can’t do. ~ You’ve broken something in me, That seems to be beyond repair. You stripped away my confidence, And left me with only fear. ~ I feel less of a man, Far less than being whole. What you’ve stolen from me, I fear will take its toll. ~ So even though I love you, I know that I must leave. Go away on my own, So that I may grieve. ~ This is the hardest thing I ever said, The hardest I’ll ever do. Telling the woman that I love, Our life together is through. ~ With a tear, I’ll walk away, Free you from the chains. Wipe the slate clean, But the bruises still remain. (Written for a friend who is going through a difficult break-up)