~ All that I Ask ~ © 9-22-97 Lori

you walked into my life; with a grin upon your face;
thinking I was strong; your grin came to my face;
I took the challenge that stood before me;
knowing my heart was safe from the;
knowing my heart could not be touched;for I am strong;
for this was my belief; gradually you chipped away;
the layers of protection I placed around myself;
scared but yet excited;I observed the layers falling
down around me; my head fighting;
my heart wanting to give in;
for it started as a game; fun and exciting;
now it has moved far past that; is close to the heart;
the heart that I’ve protected;
the heart that has been broken;
for it no longer is a game; not to me;
for all that I ask of the; is to be gentle with my heart;
for is all I have to give;