Too Much

I asked for too much,
She agreed out of kindness,
but she is recovering
From what would have
crushed me flat.
She needs her
independence and
this voyage
of accomplishment.
I will build back her
trust and reliance,
And help her
believe again
in a friend
Who accepts
Her as she is
And what she
Must do
To win back
Her sons.
But I will
Only be
her friend.
Well …
Perhaps
More.