That little thing in my purse

Courage, you are a curious thing, and rightly so

Some people want you as a pet, to follow them wherever they go

So you’ll be around when they truly need you

Attack or defend, play as they want you to

But if you are a pet, you have to be nurtured

Clothed, fed, loved and sheltered

And I cant invest myself that much on you

No walks in the dappled sunlight, no cozy rooms for you

I choose to keep you hidden in my purse

I know you’re in there, for better or for worse

I threw away my lipstick, I had to make space

When the heart is strong, need I care for my face

I like our relationship, you need no attention or care

When the time comes I look no further, I know you’re in there

And someday maybe I wont need you with me

I know I sound too optimistic, but you’ll see

No don’t worry, you’ll still be near

You’re not just a friend, but my knight in shining armour

And I shall pass you on with pride, this legacy

To that little girl who seems uneasy

Be in her purse and make sure she’s ready

And when she moves on, you’ll still go steady!