High On Emotions

Hugs

When I am troubled, I close my eyes and think to how it felt to hold you in my arms

How I could feel the trembling inside, but all around me was calm

How I could feel the trembling decrease, and waves of peace wash over me

My problems weren't solved, but for a moment I was free

My favorite part was when you spoke and I could hear you so close

A voice so soft and so filled with care.

"Are you sad today?" "Yes" "Why are you sad?"

I try to respond but it's easier to just hug

You're holding me. It's not just me holding you.

I can feel the surface of my distress washing away.

Deeper fear is making its way up and I pull away.

I was lost to the world, but now I'm back

"What's wrong? Are you missing home?"

"...No..." I make my home wherever I go.

It's complicated, and there are people all around so all I say is "Life."

"I'm running away from life. It'll hit me tomorrow anyway"

I can see the care you have for me on your face.

More care than concern, and I love that fact.

So now, when it's tomorrow, and I need to find my way

I think of your love engulfing me, and I know I can find my way.

Thank you. For the hug and the quiet advice that came an hour later.

"Go do it." A pat on my back. "I'll see you soon."

Thank you.

See you soon.