For You

I'd trace out my very soul
And rend it from my heart
If one ounce of happiness
To you I could impart

It seems so easy
What trouble could it be
If only I could be the one
The one to set you free

Free you from this hellish place
That holds you captive still
I wish to bring you strength, courage
And unbending will

If only I could give
What you cause me to receive
Give you joy, peace, and warmth
And to you always cleave

This is my deepest wish
For without you I would die
Death creeps ever closer
When there's no you and I

I leave you with this thought,
So always keep in mind
For you I'd give up everything
And leave it all behind