Turning in my Cape

I disrobe myself. I failed.

Here is my cape,

My superhero 'M'

And my tights.

I tried to save you.

I pray for you.

For your childhood,

For your abused past to fade.

I hold you in my heart.

I will not forget.

The hurting eyes,

The desire for unrestricted love.

I will forever heed.

I loved you first.

From the first moment,

Safely wrapped in my embrace.

I cleave to the memories.

I warred for your rights.

You asked me to help,

Your trembling hand in mine.

I fought for you.

I treasured our time.

Your eyes near dreams

As I rocked you each night

I hold you, sleep.

I will remember.

All you gave to me,

All you were unable to give.

You claimed my heart.

My children, My passion, My loves, My heart.

Forget me with time,

Forget my face, my words.

All I ask is that you remember

That you were truly loved.