The Gifts of Love

It came to me when joy was nonexistent And happiness seemed so far and distant Brought me to my feet when I couldn't stand Reached out to me when I needed a helping hand Sang lullabies when my eyes couldn't rest Rekindled the dark cave inside my chest Opened doors when my hands were full Helped me to my destination when I needed a pull Fed me when emptiness was in my soul Completed me when I wasn't whole Quenched my thirst when I yearned for water Gave me my reason for desiring a daughter Warmed my body when the cool night air came Honored me when I felt a shame Received with open arms when I wanted to give But most importantly it gave me a reason to live