Sleeping at last

I'd give anything to hear
You say it one more time,
That the universe was made
Just to be seen by my eyes.

Now all the memories they're haunted.

I'll defend your every breath.
I promise I'll do better.
I will soften every edge,
Hold the world to its best.
I promise I'll do better.
With every heartbeat I have left,
I'll defend your every breath.

Though your heart is far too young to realize
The unimaginable light you hold inside.

If love's elastic, then were we born to test its reach?
Is it buried treasure or just a single puzzle piece?
It's poison ivy beneath our brave and trusting feet.

Cry wolf, cry mercy, cry the name of the one you were raised to believe
Cry heart, cry yourself to sleep, cry a storm of tears
If it helps you breathe.