for years and years, i searched and climbed
up every tree and hill that i could find
looking for love where it does not reside
hurting myself more and more every time

once blaming myself, i now know not
to blame a younger me that never thought
those who once loved me most
would one day stop

terrified of being given up on, i gave up on myself
i was the driving force who resisted help
unrecognizing love where it truly lies
losing the light that once lived in my eyes

in my pursuit of love, i've been let down
by those for who i lowered my expectations to the ground
but i don't need any hand to hold to feel complete
my own self-love can taste just as sweet