Shut Down

Words that once brought me to tears,
Have no effect anymore
They may as well fall on deaf ears
ince my heart has shut down

A touch that would bring me a smile
Is now beyond my reach
It’s been such a long while
Since my heart has shut down

A look that could give me a shiver
Will never pass my way
All eyes are empty
Since my heart has shut down

Love that once brought me to my knees
Will never be mine again
That feeling is not an option
Since my heart has shut down.

Tara Johnson
1998