Back Burner

I have become uncomfortable in this mess
Even though I miss you to confide
Listen to me as I must confess...
I must walk alone, and keep in stride

You have been there for me at my worst
Held me up, when I spiraled down
But for me, this atypical relationship is a first
And it has become difficult to grin and bear it as others frown

I've kept you on the back burner for some time
And I must during this epoch of my life
Believe me, I am just like a dozen dimes
Searching for one's self in a lifetime of agony and strife