my love, you are not the cause of my biggest struggle
you do not face consequences for the actions of my largest downfall
these tears streak iron bars across my face as they fall
but you are not the reason i feel sadness

my love, you showed me the kindest of sun rays peering through the clouded dull sky
you held my hand and supported me when i took beginning steps onto sleek ice
it was you who showed the path to leave sadness in despair and lonesomeness

my love, i have wallowed in this darkness for several eternities
i feel deep sadness in the moments i do not feel your influence
for you are the reason the air fills my lungs and my chest rises and falls
you are the reason i can laugh, smile, and dream oh so wonderfully

**you are not the reason i feel sadness