Trust is a risky investment It often backs me into a corner So needless to say Love does not come easily for me Physical beauty is deceptive Hair, eyes, lips, feet.... Meaningless, unless to serve A purpose Seeing, breathing & warmth Clothing style... shoes, hats, coats, scarves... accessories... fleeting They only dress up the outside So, now as we peel back the layers of this onion, We begin to reveal The secret person of the heart Here is where self love is possible For here is where self love begins Honest Real Giving Thoughtful me I am undefined selfless really These are just the beginning Of my list No It's not super lengthy, But the value to me Is unmatched