A part of my heart is missing.
I gave it to you months ago, I remember.
It was easier then.
You were always next to me,
And so was my heart.
Always I was at ease.

Now you are no longer next to me
And my heart hurts.
I feel
Incomplete.
Fractured.
Longing.

I want my heart back.
I don't mean I don't want you to have it--
I do.

I want you back.
Next to me.
I want to feel my heart beating
Next to my heart.

I want my love back.
At my side.

I have your heart, I know.
Don't worry.
It is safe.

I carry it inside my ribcage.
I will protect it with my life.

I know you do the same for me.

If you die,

I die.

I would like you back by my side.
Because you are my heart,
My love,
My life.