If you see me shake
as I walk towards you
just know
that it is not the cold

So when I hesitantly lay my hand on your shoulder
and pull back quickly
know that it is just the fear
that I will never will be able to let go

you make me shy
and nervous
I edit myself so much
I try to give you the best me
but you make me feel so raw

you seem so wise
maybe just quiet
I spew all my thoughts
please tell me how you move with such grace
every action has such forethought


I want to take you apart to see how it all works
to see you come undone
trip up and stumble on your own words
so bring all that resolve and poise
it will make it so much sweeter
when you are falling at my knees

-Katherine Baldwin-