I see the quiet way you brace the world,
The heavy hours you hold behind your eyes,
As if the rolling sky were yours to mend,
And all the breaking things were your surprise.
You walk as though your shoulders have to bear
The silent cost of every single mile,
And swallow down the exhaustion of the dark
To hand me back the shelter of a smile.
I wish that I could reach inside your chest
And lift the stone you think you have to own,
To whisper that you’re safe to lay it down—
That with my arms, you’re never quite alone.
You don’t have to be iron, don't be steel,
You don’t have to conquer every fear;
Just let the quiet find you for a breath,
And know I love the man who’s resting here.
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This poem is beautiful and very well written. And Your poetry caught my attention through the emotions you have woven into each verse of this beautiful masterpiece. Every line feels like a quiet reflection of something deeply human, echoing in the space between the words long after the reading is done. You have a rare gift for turning ordinary feelings into art that lingers, and I hope you never stop sharing these pieces with the world. The way you capture the delicate balance between vulnerability and strength is genuinely captivating. It feels as though each stanza opens a window directly into the soul, allowing the reader to experience your thoughts, heartbreaks, and triumphs right alongside you.
Your mastery of rhythm and language transforms what could be simple thoughts into a profound sensory journey. Thank you for putting into words the things so many of us feel but can rarely express.🫣🤭