Like Augustus, I fear oblivion When I should pass.

The tissues know something. Even the mirror knows. My music knows it And especially my pillow. My books can see it

You’re bleeding down my legs, Tangling me up in your fingers. I want to run my nails down your b… And sigh in your ear.

Moon up, Pants down. I said no. His body said yes.

So stealthily I lead: Touching green, Seeing rocks below me. I’m gulping pride Because I know life is

The devil’s in my midst.

You were the devil. I knew it before you did; And I was St. Mary With clouds trailing behind me. I gave you my virtue

While you were gone, My childhood dog died. I wept for both of you, And I felt like a corpse. While you were gone,

Why do I still feel guilty About things That are out of my favor?

It’s like waking up from your best… To find that it’s all gone. When you love someone who isn’t re… And you say, “I’m done.” It’s like swimming in Heaven,

Oh, such a sweet fool. I once thought love Was reigning savior. So, so foolish. I once believed love

A tree fell in the park last night… I didn’t hear it go. The innards smelled of peppermint, And I felt the crumbling dirt Turn into ash in my hand.

Last year seems years away. Last night seems lifetimes away. This moment seems like a dream.

I woke at 3 a.m., And I was scared. I thought I’d never be tired agai… But then I remembered the morning And all the joy it brings.

Listening to you sleep, I’m in grace. Each breath a prayer. Every rustle a litany. You don’t know how loud you are