I feel
I feel
of
and so
with
of
for
for
and so
for
for
for
for
be
I feel
I feel
for
of
be
and so
with
are

The trembling ache of skin above cheekbones

that is

the fear of tears

In your words

the hollow pain

intolerable

please, love

behind your eyes

cry

exhaustion denied

fill the reservoir of your heart

rest

be

tears

the love

the caring

those who feel

those who see you

those who love you

a moment