So You Wouldn'T Have To

You should have known
That I'd be there for you
I've been there since the beginning
And has never ceased to be true

I've helped you through
Many a storm 
When you were cold and shivering
My faith kept you warm

I've carried you
On my already aching back
I've used my body
To shield you against attack

I cried tears
So you wouldn't have to
I tried my best
To keep pain away from you

I put myself in front
Of any pain that came your way
So you would survive
To see another day

You may not have realized
That all of this was going on
But I'll continue to endure your pain
Until I am gone

I did all of this
Out of love you see
And never asked
For it to be returned to me
Copyright © | Year Posted 2005

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