time is love, i've learned.

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.