I tried...but I will

I remember when you were the child
I tried to protect.

I tried to be strong for you
so you'd never forget.

Why do you always test the limits of death?

You loved to try those scary ones, but I never thought you'd resort to crystal meth.

I once loved a healthy, spunky girl

But she has morphed into something that makes me want to hurl

I tried to protect you with all my might

But how can I when your mind is always out of sight?

I tried to be strong for you and carry all your weight

But now my burden of you is way too great!

This is not a good-bye or a "so long"

However, I am very disappointed in you, I thought you were so strong

I cannot leave
For deep down, you are still my friend

Just lean on me as a rock
Don't worry, I will not break or bend.