the creaking of pews in a church.
a quiet place,
perfect for the creeping
of those age old memories
into my mind.
creaking, creeping,
never
ending
when i finally thought i was strong
my body stiffened at a touch
shortness of breath
fluttering heartbeat
eyes w i d e
p a n i c.
and then?
a kiss on the back of my head
and i realized
in those arms, i was safe.
where will i end up?
9.6.19.