Never could a word be said <br />To discolour your beauty <br />You have a gentle soul <br />A wonderful nature in fact <br />And after all has been said <br />I know how I feel for you <br />You are kind and innocent <br />My heart stands with yours <br />I will protect you always <br />If we are lovers or friends <br />It will not change I pray <br />This is an ode to you <br />An ode to a gentle soul <br />As beautiful as any before <br />And deserving of praise <br />I shall remain ever present <br />At your call, by your side <br />As a friend or a lover <br />I shall remain right here<br /><br />Matthew Holloway<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/ode-to-a-gentle-soul/