To my dear husband

by L.A.

TN —

It’s the only pain

That can be seen

It’s the only pain

That seems so mean.

I see your pain

in your face

Then back to normal

without a trace

Never knowing when

the next pain will come

I feel so helpless . . .

I feel so dumb.

I want to help

But don’t know how.

Afraid to touch

Your cheek or brow.

I’m here for you . . .

Take my hand.

You know beside you . . .

I’ll always stand.

If I could take

Your pain away

I’d do it now

This very day!

Just know I care

Though I can’t feel

The pain you have

I know is real!