Melodies

deafening silence, quickening of breath

the need for relief, a balloon in the chest

scrambling internally, the pressure grows

pick a playlist. press play.

sound fills the room, a very welcome change

the balloon starts deflating as you breathe

slowly, slowly, as the volume rises

a mundane task, a simple tap

and yet its effect, monumental

a simple joy you can trigger

go ahead -- sway, jump, sing, scream

let the music take you over

and bring you back to yourself

'tis the beauty and safety that music brings

regardless of language, speed, beat, or length

it transcends all and brings happiness and peace