Heart...beat

crack smiles and jokes, not ribs and other bones

open my heart and mind, not bottles alone

lift you up when you are down, not your hopes for things to change

raise my standards to be better, not my voice to cause you pain

leave notes and messages, not bruises and scars

show attention and affection, not my face behind bars

hold you close and forever, not grudges against you

be honest, loyal and true,

Because I Love You