Tender and sweet. Is this it?
The gentleness they approach me with...
Unfamiliar.
No hidden agenda,
No ulterior motive.
Or is there?
Not dependent on approval or recognition.
Not for accolades.
Romantic plans kept in confidence.
Wrapping me in a ball, protective arms around.
As I burrow into safety, soft side found.
Fuck, months in and no drama.
Gracious with emotional whims.
Seeking understanding within.
Present without relating to trauma.
Detached dismissal of automatic apologies.
Bare minimum and beyond.
Bereft of expectation.
Caring in pain and strength.
Curious and honest every day.
Simply kind, nothing more to say.
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I CORINTHIANS 13 Series
PoesíaModernized reflection of oft quoted characteristics of love from Paul's first letter to the church in Corinth. What do each of these really mean?
