I know a man
And unconditional attention
Is what I receive
When in his presence
Allows silence after I speak
Just in case there is more
Asks questions deep
And waits for full answers
Undivided attention an
Only child blooms in it's rays
Eye contact when talking
Nods and pauses
It makes me drawn to stay
Words don't fail me now Spill out like the wails of mothers losing their babies at the auction block words comfort me like the prayers at dawn during The Fast to our benevolent God Muster up lifelong
It feels like flushed cheeks and pulsating jawbones It feels empty It feels like blood rapidly popping as it travels from heart It feels like nothing It feels like under/over eating It feels like a vo
The anxiety makes the stomach flip The depression makes the limbs heavy The tug and pull Is overwhelming and nauseating Gags Short breaths Teeth chattering Big sighs as tears roll down
