You were deathly afraid of the dark.

We spent a fortune on night lights and candles

And glow in the dark stickers.

One day I told you, youd never be afraid again.

I went out and dug a whole so deep, light could never touch it

I dug until I could hear or see nothing.

And then I went to get you.

I took your wrist and handcuffed it to mine.

I hoisted you over my shoulder and climbed down to the very bottom.

You screamed. And you cried. So I covered your mouth until you were done.

I told you this would make you brave

Youd never have to fear again

We sat there in silence. I couldnt see you

Could only feel the handcuffs that connected us.

I asked if you were still afraid of the dark.

Imagine my surprise when you said you were afraid of me.