Resolve

Perhaps, as you say, we are only companions
Although we have been much like friends as of late
Perhaps all you need is your solitude’s comfort
And not to be smothered by feelings you hate

But, needed or not, you deserve more than quiet
And please don’t debate me -- you don’t have a say
Although you maintain that I don’t need to bother
You have my respect, and that won’t go away

You ward off kind gestures with icy demeanor
And cow all objection with fire in your eye
But don’t think that I am so easily thwarted
Or that, at your word, I will just let it lie

I offer my hand when I feel I can help you
And never to shame you or rouse your disgust
This isn’t a game and you know I’m not playing
I truly do care, and you’ll have to adjust

I’ll give you your space, but I won’t let you suffer
Forgive me my heart if it’s not made of stone
I hope you’ll be patient with my weak emotions
And try to remember that you’re not alone