little boy
sit beside me
this is a safe space;
whoever hurt you
however deeply
they will leave no trace
give me your hand
let's breath in
and let it go away;
we are together
no one will bother you
ever again in such a way
you let me be your friend
and I am honored with your trust;
no one will harm you, sweetheart
and you can be just as you must
the little boy you once were,
and the man you now are,
are a testament to the power
of God's grace upon your courageous heart
your strength and steady gentleness
the wisdom in your eyes
have been resiliently built
by all you have survived
your kindness precedes you
to lend goodness to those in need
and you always make time
to sit and listen and really see
that little boy
how he grew so wise and strong!
just to turn around and help others
feel as if they, too, belong
you are safe here, now
you don't have to hide from me
when you want, when you are ready
there's a place for your vulnerability
-Les'Nspired
Written: October 17, 2022
