I’ll Bandage Your Wounds and Kiss Your Scars

When I first listened to Bittersweet by Reese Gonzales and Lois, I felt like it was speaking directly to my heart. It reminds me so much of us—how we’re not perfect, how we’ve both faced struggles, and how love can be both sweet and painful at the same time. But for you, even the hardest moments feel worth it.

The line, “I’m with you in the darkest hours” stands out to me the most. I know you’ve been through difficult times, and I can see how some parts of you are still healing and improving. Life hasn’t always been kind to you, and I wish I could take away the pain you’ve felt. I want you to know that I’m here to help. I’ll take care of you in every way I can. I don’t see your wounds or scars as something to hide or be ashamed of. They’re a part of you, and I love every single part of you—even the ones that still hurt.

Sometimes, I can feel you pulling away. It’s like you’re scared to let me see all the things you’ve been through. But I want you to know that you don’t have to be afraid with me. I don’t want to judge you or fix you. I just want to love you, to be there for you. I want to help you heal—not because I think you’re broken, but because you deserve to feel whole and happy.

The song also says, “I’ve seen your worst parts, I know you. Lean your head on me any time you please.” That line feels so close to my heart. I know life can be overwhelming sometimes, and it’s easy to feel like running away is the only choice. But you don’t have to run away alone. If you ever feel like the world is too much, I’ll be right here, ready to run with you. We don’t have to have everything figured out. As long as we have each other, we’ll be okay.

I want to be your safe place. When life feels heavy, when you’re tired or scared, I want you to know that you can come to me. I’ll carry some of the weight for you. I’ll hold you and remind you that you don’t have to face everything alone. The song reminds me of that—how love means sharing the good and the bad, the sweet and the bitter.

Life isn’t perfect, and neither are we. We’ll have days when things feel hard, when we might not see eye to eye, but that’s okay. What matters to me is that we don’t give up on each other. The song talks about holding onto love, even when it feels bittersweet. I think that’s what real love is—choosing to stay, even when things aren’t easy, because you know it’s worth it.

I know you’ve had moments in your life where you’ve felt alone, like no one could understand what you’re going through. But I want you to know that you’re not alone anymore. I’m here, and I’m not going anywhere. I want you to feel safe with me. I want to give you a love that feels steady, a love that you can lean on when you need it most.

I always wonder if you’re afraid of getting too close, like you’re scared I might leave if I see the parts of you that you try to hide. But the truth is, those parts make me love you even more. Your strength, your softness, your ability to keep going even when life gets tough—all of that inspires me.

I don’t expect you to heal overnight. Healing takes time, and that’s okay. I’ll be patient. I’ll be here, no matter how long it takes. My mind says, “I’ll bandage your wounds and kiss your scars.” I’ll help you through the pain, and I’ll love you even more because of it. I’ll hold your hand, kiss your scars, and remind you that you are loved. Always.