Flower child
Oh, flower child
I wish they had let you bloomVibrant pink
Will always hold a special place
In my heartYellow as a sun-ripe mango
I miss your shine
I grieve the spark you've lostBut hey
It's okay
It's not your fault☆
Oh, sweet child of rain
I know you had it tough
But you deserve so much loveThey don't tell the truth
You're so beautiful to me
Like Rhodochrosite and chalcedonyI think I owe you
I've let you down as everyone
And for that, I want to apologizeI want to make up for it
If you're willing to accept
Me back into your heart☆
Oh, dear forest child
You know, it's okay to cry
Just please, don't dieRun away into the green
Hide in those dark shadows
I'll take over now. You can restIf you like
Take comfort in the solitude
Just don't run awayLet me look out for you
I'll be your helping hand
I'd really like to be☆
This is way too personal to add much context, so I'll just leave it at: Every single line has a deeper meaning.

YOU ARE READING
It does get better.
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