a subliminal,
a tool to our subconscious
you speak to me
over the quiet chatter
in the mind
even when you’re
not there

trees in the wind

what am i doing?
everyday i wrestle with
the thought

**** and my pen
and i just have
to decide

got it
under control,
i communicated,
it took
me a second to hear you,
but i did
we are safe, my body
is safe
feel safe again

tears welled over,
i miss you, i know it was
just young love and i was
afraid to let go
i wish i was more honest

we never really got
a chance but we
weaved a great thread
of stars of galaxies

as we used to sing to
each other
you can find me in the
space between

Don’t be scared.
Don’t be scared to be the
only black person
in the room,
Don’t be scared to be
for needing
extra time,
Don’t be scared of the
people beside you
Don’t be scared of the
love that follows you

your skin
has a seat in
that chair,
in every universe
you belong

i may never see you
again,
but the impact
was great,
you’ll do great,
and stay great