friend

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by equilivebrium

by equilivebrium

if only I knew that it only takes one friend,
to listen to your rants that never end.
if only I knew that it only takes that safe
space,
and your secrets spill like horses with no
reigns.

if only I knew that I only needed that
     reliable shoulder,
to be able to lift this thing weighing my
     chest down—a heavy boulder.
if only I knew that I only needed that kind
   ear and warm arms,
so I'd feel welcome and heard, I would've
     gotten to know you sooner.

if only I knew...
I wouldn't have searched the world,
     collected acquaintances, and instead,
     would've went straight to you few.
Thank you.
You allow me to heal, face my past issues,
     and help me a lot without even knowing
   it; I really appreciate you.