This Isn't About Love Don't Be Mistaken

First things first. I breathe to check the vitals.

Yes, this is real and I don't need your idols.

Beyond the wonder I wonder, I see you under the words I ponder.

The beauty we recreate together.

Your voice. Not muffled. Yes, more than a whisper.

The sting in my heart.

Good, or is it bad?

Am I supposed to be sick?

Lovesick? Anxious?

Good or bad.

The little hand spins faster while the big hand just drags.

Can you wonder with me?

Are you looking up in wonder with me?

Words. These words.

Are you talking to me?

How long should I wait?

How long will you run?

This beauty forever is under an infinite sun.

Cliche.

My best.

Too much.

The beats in my chest.

I can't fathom what we will be.

This rhythm ripping from inside of me.

The depths so deep my eyes cannot see.

Is it darkness, or is it the calm?

Under the water is still.

Beneath the storm.

Come wander with me.

If it weren't for you.

I wouldn't. I couldn't

Beyond the wonders, I wonder.

I wonder if the moon knows no other.

This isn't about love.

Don't be mistaken.

Just wander with me, through the woods of pondering.

Your voice. A whisper.

There is no doubt.

We're still breathing together.

Please, do not shout.

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Author's Note

This poem was inspired by a poem I once heard at a slam back in college. I don't remember the title or even the name. I do remember it was in an auditorium called the Cherry Garcia Theatre.

To the poet who inspired me with your words and your performance of them, thank you! Also, I am terribly sorry I don't remember your name or the title of your poem. I do hope that you are flourishing and thriving out there somewhere inspiring so many others.

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