dusk arising

your defences

When your defences
are all blown down
and shaking shoulders
turn you inside out,
with a storm of teardrops
falling from your eyes.
The very heart of
your young soul crying.

I\'d be there
I\'ll be a rock for you.
Ask you for nothing
but to see it through.
Be your strength in this
your time of need.
Shine a smile of light
to plant a hopeful seed.

Tell you a story
of days long ago.
Of a certain me,
someone I used to know.
How life\'s misfortunes
somehow let me grow,
stepping out into
each new tomorrow.

When your defences
are all blown down
and shaking shoulders
turn you inside out.
I\'d dry your tears
I\'ll be your rock that day.
Till a bright tomorrow
takes you on your way.