Your despondent reluctant glance

With eyes bereft of light

Meets mine

Reflecting what I already know

You

Ashamed restless pensive you

Occupy my every waking hour

With the sorrow regret retribution

New beginnings as you swear

To remain faithful devoted true

Would I have it any other way?

Flaxen hair carried by the breeze

Freckled sun dappled cheeks

Innocently smiling as you bend

To the will of the world

Self-effacing charm

Ever-questioning mind

Dastardly conviction persistence courage

I could never wish to change you.