Gifts from my mother Were paper cuts from packages That twinged and throbbed. Beautiful bows in colorful patterns created a corset to not be removed. Ribbons formed webs inside my chest. They trap guilt, dread, and shame. Now you give me a band-aid, scissors, and kisses. And I know I'm enough.
He gives me emotional gifts every day that are intangible. And there are no strings attached. Love breeds love when you know you are worthy of it.