This is in response to Shidonae’s poem Confession.
Come up to me, my dear
Before I take you,
come sit by my feet
Before I claim you,
close your eyes
and let me stroke your cheek
Close your eyes and be still
Because this is the last moment
of stillness for you
Because this is the last moment
of existence for you
Because this is the last moment
of you
Give me your hand, my dear
Rise in acceptance of your fate
Rise in the first step of your journey
and let me lead you
into darkness
Give me your voice, my dear
Sing for me your confession
Sing for me your repentance
and let me deliver you
Give me your heart, my dear
Make room to accept me
Make room for me inside
and you will never be alone
again
