Can You Love Me As Me?

Can you love me as me?

Weak and small compared to the loves you drag along with you.
They occupy your heart so vigorously,
compelling me to be more than I can possibly be.


I breathe you in like needed air.
My heart beats frail because of the energy you consume from me.
Lifeless, I am, to the point of despair,
but here I am, devoted to someone who does not care.


Moments from yesteryears of the man you used to be,
caring, loyal, loving, yes all the things you promised – forever.
Now, you hold my hand you kiss my cheek
but all I feel are memories.


Am I the one to blame?
I do anyways, and you let me live without tranquility.
Guilt, guilt, guilt- this be forever my name.
I tie myself into one perfect little knot, as to not bring you shame.


Answer me; can you love me as me?
I try so very hard to be the perfect, decent one, but obviously fail.
Can you keep, with me, your dignity?
Or is it with someone else you would rather be?