Pulling Back

I give people a lot of me. 

I am so willing to be so helpful to people. 

I am so willing to be at their side when they need me. 

Just to find I rarely get that same willingness back. 

That does not deter me. 

My heart knows that doing good does not need a return. 

My heart also knows I need someone there for me, at least occasionally. 

I will never stop caring for everyone. 

I will never stop trying to see people smile. 

But occasionally I pull back and remind myself not to put myself too far out there. 

It is hard when you realize some people take advantage of your goodness. 

I love to be kind. 

I love being who I am. 

I will protect myself meanwhile.