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Why Do I Do This

I do this
Not for a reward
Not because it's right
And not because I'm bored

I've seen where you could go
It's a long and dangerous road
I'm not one to talk
I'm walking death row

I would wear glass shoes,
To build a bridge just for you.

Happily.

Copyright © Charles Smith | Year Posted 2013

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Date: 2/4/2013 9:59:00 PM

Nice!!! I like it...it has deep emotion..

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