time is love, i’ve learned
the way i choose to spend it
curled up in the palm of your hand
and kissing knuckles until they forget how to bleed
sharing everything that brings joy to me
in hopes your incredible sense of empathy will allow you to feel it too
time is love, i’ve learned
when i sat up for half the night
whispering and giggling into my phone
for the simple pleasure of hearing your own voice back
when i sit in a stuffy staff room at midday
and fight against my drooping eyes
feel the nod of my head
because instead of rest i chose you
when i feel the hard shoes against the soles of my feet
and take them off in the evening
to see the skin rubbed raw
i am sure i gave this world
everything i had
and it still seems filled with bad
i find myself weary
and angry
wishing for a simpler life
in attempt to end my strife
i pick up my phone
and press your name
the comfort
is always the same
time is love, i’ve learned
and my time
is always yours
13:02pm - 12/09/25.