Of Love and Fear

get home from the concert
set the backpack down
start up my computer
put my pajamas on

sitting there in bed
i read your email
and the tears
begin to fall

you write of love
of fear
of happiness
and memories

i remember when it all began
the band trip and track meets
the swing dancing everywhere
the cheesy jokes and sweet smiles

i am happier than ever
every day brings a new smile
every night a cheerful song
every hug a comfort

i fear the day
too soon to come
when i know i have to be strong
when i know i’m going to break your heart

and i can’t stop it happening
we knew this day would come
i can’t slow time down
i can’t ease the pain

and i love you
i love your sweet smile
your cheesy jokes
and your dancing skills

i love your determination
your love of life
your music knowing
and your funny faces

i love it all
your quirks and virtues
and you shall always be
my ninjaman