i think you’d love me most
in small moments of perseverance
carrying the groceries home
slipping in the snow
i grasp desperately
for the heart shadowing mine
and hope that your firm grasp
will keep me standing
you are a counterweight
a balance a nightlight
a cup of strong coffee
a sleeping pill if needed
remember this
i think you’d love me most
if i never had to tell you anything
and existed whole inside you
built out of bricks and steel
you could lean and sag against me
in moments of fatigue
i have so much to tell you
i have so much to say
i have so much wonder
i am so tired
when i lie down
you dream with me
mattress dungeon 