Perspective
I do things for you but
you only see my ways.
I say a lot to you but
you only hear my tone.
I tell you my desires but
you only ask why or how.
I share my dreams but
you only see what I have.
I give you my time but
you only care for yours.
I think of you well but
you only see my flaws.
I give you presents but
you only read price tags.
I give you myself but
you only compare me to others.
No matter what I do
or how I do it
No matter what I say
or how I say it
My say will never be your say
for I am night, you are day.
So come what may
show not tell is my way.
Author's Notes:
Perspective was inspired by the combination of Cassandra Clare quote: "If no one cares for you at all, do you really exist?" and the song "It's Over Isn't It" by Steven Universe, youtube link: https://youtu.be/Ussqi3nagrQ.
Care is shown in actions not words told. Care is your existential value in your partner's eyes and life. When care is gone it's time to move on. Never lose courage to stick to your ways or stand up for yourself. Peace and Care are the two faces of one coin you should never pay.
