Battle Plans

I beg you, my companion,

Please tell me what to do

When my words hover hollow

And the darkness pushes through.

I beseech you, my friend,

Please teach me how to breathe

When the weight upon my chest

Is crushing all my dreams.

I implore you, my dear,

Please show me how to give

When my heart is bleeding black

And my eyes have turned combative.

And I entreat you, my love,

Please stand by my side

When my demons have taken hold

And are waging war inside my mind.