THE MUSE'S PAGES: dusk

October 20, 2022

KEYS AND PAGES

I fear they might know
you more than me
or they might understand
you more than I believe—
I am afraid of the doors
you're willing to open for others.

I don't want them to access
the space you gave to me—
as selfish as it may seem,
let me be the only one
to have the key.

I know I have time to explore
your stanzas and letters
that are full of changes,
promises, and secrets,
with ever-growing love
and unconditional patience.

But dwell on my pages too,
remember my plot
and conflicts.
Never let yourself dismiss
the emotions behind
my words you tend to miss.