Breathe you in.

I'm ashamed, but here's what I know.

arms that are bigger than me
ground lit by a cell phone
rocks, uphill...
clear.

clear air.
the brightest stars I've ever seen
the crystal metallic motion of the black and silver lake
my head on your shoulder.
words. breathe. tenor.

scent, comfort, closeness.
guard down
embrace.
arms that are stronger than me.
sleepy, sleepy, sleepy.

my hand in a hand.
lead.
breathing in.
rest on top of chest

fire
man...strong man.
wisdom. honesty.
happiness.

a promise.
a breaking of the promise.
a long ride home.