Silent

I wasn't used to it-being loved
Struggled to handle it
You telling me I was beautiful
Assuring me that I was the one for you

It never happened before-being wanted
I took care of everyone-I just did
And left my needs to be wrapped up in darkness
Unnoticed and lying silent

I wasn't used to it
But I loved it-you loving me
I loved it
And now it's gone and I lie silent
Silent and unnoticed

Valerie Masters