i am often asked
what it feels like
to recover from tragedies
though i have not
fully experienced it
what i can contribute is
how it feels like
walking at night
but having knowledge
that you are safe.
when you can walk over
a bridge with
cars racing under it
and feeling content
with your destination.
recovery can be sweet
like too much candy
on halloween
sometimes it's sour,
like a bitter taste that
stays for days.
but we all experience it
in our own special way.
and as i walk down
to my friend's house
knowing i'm loved
and accepted by them?
i can confirm
we will all be okay.
