Tough Love

Insult me all you want, I’ve learned to deal
With every accusation you can throw
I’ve grown accustomed to your heart of steel
This time, as I walk out into the snow,
I’m finally free of your constant rage
At me, the world, anyone but yourself
But it was no romance of the teenage
I can’t just put these images on a shelf
I can’t ever forget the connection
Crazy, reckless, violent adoration
There is no denying your protection
I never required an explanation
Which brings me right back to the bottom line
Remember: my heart is entirely mine