Let Me Help You

A counterpart to a poem written by a dear friend of mine when I was mad at him for something stupid.

Why?

Why should I leave you alone

to be devoured by your darkness?

I won't.

I won't leave you without some hope,

Some light

something to relieve you

Of the pain that burdens you.

Let me lighten your load,

Let me take some of the weight

off your shoulders.

You are no fool.

The only taint in your blood

Is the sorrow

That you have so much trouble

letting go of.

Mistakes are made

by everyone, true.

But holding onto them

Will destroy you.

Let me help you

To let go.

Author's Note

This was written in response to a poem written by a friend of mine when he was extremely upset because I was extremely upset at him over something stupid.

Reviews

[Wretched Knight]

Really great poem. It sounds like stuff I go through at work/home when it comes to helping people. Even though there's no conversation in the piece its like I can hear people talking in it.

[Heromen Selena]

It's like you're inside my mind. I hate when people complain so much about their problems then don't except your advice. Very nice.

[Brandon S. Whitten]

Love to let go and feel what I was holding back. A joy to know that's what we're here for, to love one another, help those who choose to give up hope. Some may refuse, but can't say no one cares.

[❀ Gabriela ..]

Beautiful, touching poem! Love it!!