My Addiction

I'm numb to the pain of loneliness, Unable to feel its sting, I can't respond to the emptiness, Or the despair it used to bring I can't remember the burning tears I cried in my solitude, Nor the long nights that were filled with fears When terrifying thoughts would intrude I found remnants of a chain I wore That shackled me to a stone, A dark abyss was mine to explore, Where I always found myself alone I vaguely recall the sleepless nights Consoling my weary heart, Forcing my spirit to soar to heights Where I could smile, and healing would start No longer is my fate predicted In the sad song of the dove, I'm drugged..... and hopelessly addicted To the opiate that is your love!