A heart can hurt
If you’re in touch
With who you are.
As you struggle
In this world
To cross the boundaries
Checking in as though you care.
A heart will hurt
Because you care
But the pain shows
That you’re alive
And however deep
The hurt is felt
It’s better
Than feeling nothing at all.
A heart beats
Announcing regularly
If you only listen
Take the time
Love someone
A chance may come
To feel alive
And share in joy
If you can give
As well as take
To love fully
Is to feel and know
It is in the paradox
Where we are home
Open to the wonder
And comfort in the glow.
