so much to give
but so closed off
a glass
filled to the brim
waiting to spill
others take tentative sips
or pour it out completely
I just want to be savored
drank slowly over time
enjoyed through all seasons
while my heart may be punctured
oozing out love to anyone who looks
my bones are hard and sharp
waiting to poke through this flesh
and stab if need be
to want to love
so freely
to want to receive
the same
you'd think it'd be easier
to crack open this ribcage