do you ever feel
this sudden wave of happiness
that crashes over you and warms your core like apple cider & holidays

do you ever feel
this strong appreciation for someone
that you can't even put into words because they've always been there

do you ever feel
this clenching fist of loneliness
that you don't understand because you're in a room full of people

do you ever feel
this soaring flight of confidence
that propels you to speak your mind & express your ideas

do you ever feel
this shattering choke of anxiety
that fragments your thoughts & leaves you trembling in a puddle of your own salt