Today, the sun shines
Hot and bright among the clouds
Where wind loves to dance
This environment’s vibrant
But I dwell in its shadows.
I heard you walking
Footsteps pounding the earth’s floor
We all know to flee
Away from the vibrations
And hidden among a tree.
But what brought you here?
Did you really come to play?
You’re so peculiar
With each step you take, inching
Closer and coming my way.
Won’t you come closer?
Won’t you see what’s underneath?
Don’t mind the rattle
Or the hiss between my teeth
Play this game of hide and seek.
You are approaching
I’m slowly inching away
Nestled to the bark
And anticipation hangs
How I choose to lose this game.
The seconds tick by
Your hand slinks across the wood
With caution, but blind
In front of me, I see red
Now I have to hold my breath.
I know I’ve been caught
Your fingers freeze in place
I concede defeat
But your body follows suit
Once our eyes finally meet.
Allow me to speak
And watch me unravel here
Like ribbon unspooled
Delicate, flowing, and loose
I’ll show you more than just thread…
I’ll show you what you really seek, my friend…
I’ll show you what to fear.
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