because i’ve made peace with my light and shadow
because of the love i’ve worked to cultivate for myself
because i have done the work most people run away from
because of my inner knowing and trust to follow through with it
She entered the room in a flamboyant manner. Dressed in a marigold color two-piece suit that resembled a noble African tribe chief. It suited her so well, and she looked completely androgynous.
Warm summer night
Sitting on the balcony floor
Facing me closely
On the faded blue beach blanket
Two wine glasses
Two mezcal shots
One water pipe
Warm string lights
Illuminating the texture of your curly hair
Your eyes
So wide and open
Deep like the ocean
Sad like the saddest movie I’ve ever seen
Your eyes on my eyes
No blinking so far
Piercing through my soul
I feel seen for the first time