I'm afraid
no, I'm terrified

terrified of a world where you get to stare
into the paradise
that is your eyes
as often as i do

that you get to see the sunlight
create a glimmer reminiscent of
the shine of a diamond
as it bounces off your smile

that you see more than the curves
in your gluteus
that you learn that you're beautiful
& get used to it

that you learn the patterns
of the palms of your hands
& notice how the constellations
pale in comparison to their beauty

cause to be honest

i'm petrified
petrified by the thought that
one day
you'll learn to adore yourself
as much as i adore you

& realize that you deserve better.