Breath

Silence

It is never truly quiet,

You are never truly alone,

The silence whispers in your ear,

Calling to you,

Telling you sweet nothings,

Comforting you.

In the silence you feel safe,

You feel light,

You feel clear,

Of all that contaminates,

Your body,

Your brain,

Your mind,

Your identity.

It is your safety,

the fire in the cold,

the awning in the rain,

the shade in the sun,

the arms that wrap around you,

when you don't feel alright.

The silence

Is my lone

My only

My needed

Companion.

My friend.