To be loved by a beaten soul 

Is a special kind of love

To be loved by one who is not given it

Is beautiful

To know I am special enough to hold such a delicate heart within my rough hands

Is unreal 

I am loved by one who is insulted 

And doubted

My happiness derives from one whose life is filled with darkness

My heart beats for one who stands side by side with me

Holding me, when he needs holding

Loving me, when his spirit is broken

My heart beats for one who would give me the world in a second

It seems as if

The few pieces that he holds within 

Complete the missing pieces within me 

To be loved by a beaten soul 

Is a special kind of love 

A love that provides the opportunity 

To heal

To create love

To make a lasting difference