ninji

know you

i know you
you're hiding with me too
waiting for the planes to pass by
afraid of firestarters
and shit talkers

i know you, too
you're so used to avoiding the ouch that you
never see the sunlight. the beach. the beauty of her,
skirt shimmering underneath your soft, quivering hands

you're like me.
we're hiding,
eyes closed, underwater,
at opposite ends of the pool
praying for
just
one
swimbuddy

to help you
navigate the waters--
help you feel safe to enjoy this all

-be
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