slow burning

a relationship is very much like a joint.

here's why.

before you light it
you admire the perfected art involved in its making.
the perfect cone.
comfortable size.

after it is lit
you go through a series of fluctuations.
emotional.
spiritual.
physical.

when it is done
you don't look at its ugly state and frown.
you see beyond its brown, burnt butt.

instead
a huge amount of gratitude is due.
the experience is undeniable.
beautifully forthcoming.
natural.
sincere.

above all
its euphoria cannot be denied.
its afterglow we bask in.

and sometimes
we go back for more.

en-couragement

listen
to what they say
all that rings true in the end

awaken
in me
the intentions that they don't see

spoken
tonight
it's something i cannot fight

forsaken
inside
i know my thoughts i must not hide

broken
eternally
i am hopeful yet i am free

forbidden
enthroned
the feathers wave and i'm alone