四月

April scorched of burnout

    tired and eager to ignite again

April learned to be alone

    after everyone moves forward

April plagued of failures and inadequacies 

    reminders of all that was lost or never was

April starts hurting herself again

April moves into May

days ever get better

27/4/2021

 I know His grace is infinite, but why does it feel like I am running out of it?

joel

How does no one do anything about this bleeding body?

Do they not see? 

The blood running dry,

smearing the edge of every picture 

she tries to paint.

Do they not see?

The ruby-rued flush,

crimson stains imbued on each

fabric of facade she puts herself in.

Do they not see?

The scarlet tally,

wine spills tainting 

sleeves of her favourite blouse.