devil

i am sorry for what has been done to you
in seeking a fraction of the feeling
of what you simply are

they call you devil
because they fear god
you are rundown in every sense
why trust me now?

run free, if you choose to
stand with me, if you choose to
but choose me for love
not fear, not avoidance of pain

i refuse
to kick your protruding ribs
to slap your bony ass
your actions mirror my insecurities
and show me what work must be done

great teacher
take this journey with me
let us build strength together
carry me and i will spread my wings

hearts like eyes open to the skies above
grounded in eternal love
trust again