Secrets of the Abyss

4AM, I heard it ring.
I picked up, answered, not knowing.
I was terrified! 'Twas a man's voice.

No, he's not my husband, I thought!
I listened more and listened well.
Asked who he was.
Said he's Van, I thought it was Ken.
I even thought it was my uncle 'BEN'.

And then, I listened long,
Then told him short,
I'm married, then hung up.
A minute later,'nother 'ring' came up.

"I moved to your area ...

Nothing special - it's just a Friday
But I am especially happy say,
I have talked to a long lost friend.

My bestfriend from high school.
She's much like me, bubbly and silly.

______________


I am sleepy
I shall lie down and doze off for a few.

Thou shalt be content of what you have,
Or you'll feel inadequate all your life.

Thou shalt cry more
In cleanse your eyes and not leave them dry.

Thou shalt not expect anything,
Else you'll be dropped with a bomb in no time.

Thou shalt focus on yourself and only yourself
Until you are ready to get out of your coccoon.

Thou shalt learn to rely on your resources
And you'll be stronger.

Thou shalt keep your ...

I feel distant
I don't know why.

It feels like
On my own
Still
Alone.

Why is that?

Oh, life!
Baffling
Confusing
Stifling.

Tomorrow
I'll wake up
Conquer...
Again.


And live.
Love.
Be happy.


I want
Consistency.
Frequency.
Normalcy?


Whatever
It
Is...

I will
Figure ...

I dreamed 'bout this man when I was young
Didn't realize he'd look like you.
Didn't see it coming 'till it's here.

Glad we made it, dear!
Our journey together
Has legitimately commenced.

Excitedly anticipating every step
Every inch of our adventure
The allure and intoxicating effect
Of spontaneous adventure.

I shall rest my tired soul tonight,
Thinking wishing we're curled up in bed
As one.

...