Tuesday, August 24, 2021

WORTHY



I talk quickly
to everyone 
but 
children.

I think I think my words are  
unworthy. 

Sometimes I am silent. 
And sometimes my words want out 
like my inhale wants out and so out they go...

...and yet I know
I must breathe and speak more slowly. 
My words are worthy. 

I am worthy
and the children and I  
all know it. 

What if I let it all in?

In the cafe, I am the junkie, drinking a bowl of bean caffeine.  I am addicted to happiness. It is my safest place. I am afraid of my sadnes...