Mr Sleepy

Hey there dark eyes
You’ll never know
All the pain that you melt away

You’ll grow and the world around
Will change
Be strong and feel all of it

I’ll be here even when
I’m not.
That might be soon

Though I smell you on me
The need to leave
Presses my hand; presses at the back of my neck

Tiny toes and fingers -
You are my blood;
You’re in my blood

Envy and guilt that drains
From my tangle of veins
Soft skin of your ears, do you hear the love I profess?

You’ll find victory and light wherever
You seek it
Breathe in now and let your heart beat

I am sure of your guidance
And the true circle
That encompasses you; always will

You’re all I ever needed and I’m sorry
If I’m not here
When you wake — I couldn’t help but let go