this little love of mine

this little love of mine
gives me joy, courage
purpose and strength
it helps me to live and
to keep alive
the memory of those
who are no longer with me
 
even though those memories
also bring sadness and pain
that at times
weaken my heart

if it didn't hurt
it wouldn't be love
 
this little love of mine
endures, soothes my pain and
grows
it helps me to live