Compromised

Whittle down this tree of love
Dull the edges 'till we're numb
Plant these seeds of broken trust
Harvest apathy and dust

Force a smile as you give in
Lack the courage to persist
Lose yourself in this again
Feel the emptiness within

Feel the passion once admired
Faded, lowly now and tired
In the throws of love's desire
You have quelled its burning fire.