You've never given me any reason
to doubt you
but my history and fears assuredly
frame shadows, problems, ghosts
somehow incomprehensible to you
but very real to me.
The emotional inhibitions and
hyper vigilance of
younger years make trust a difficult
privilege to extend or believe in,
especially once betrayed.
I hesitate even at your
alleged openness,
cautiously and determinedly
looking for the catch
in innocent friendship.
well stated fears, doubts, and hesitations.
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you in.
have fun reading.
A++
"looking for the catch in innocent friendship." Don't we all. Looking forward to reading more of your stuff.
ReplyDeleteBeing open is the only way..but we must keep our eyes open..that's life..I like this so much!!
ReplyDeletelove this, the trick one must learn, is to never give up hope, or you lose a part of yourself.
ReplyDeleteFantastic write! love the anticipation aspect of beng betrayed!
ReplyDeleteI spent years feeling the way you describe... and you portray the sensations PERFECTLY. I no longer do. It is a wonder!
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