Tell Me Where It Hurts

Tell me where it hurts.

Tell me about the wounds that still sting and the bruises that are still tender on your heart. Show me the map of your scars so I can navigate them properly.

Tell me where to love you tenderly.

Let me know of all the places you need me to be gentle and the places you need me to be strong. Tell me of the wars in your mind so I can help prepare you for battle, or fight alongside you.

Lay down your burdens in front of me.

We’ll figure out the ones you can lay down for good and the ones I’ll help you carry. We’ll rewrite our stories to have a happier ending and nurture each other through our growth.

Tell me where it hurts.

So I can love you in all the ways you want and learn to love you in the ways you need.