Inner Sensation

Don't touch me...
What if this body rebels?—
Instead, feel me.

Don't stare at me so long
like this...
What if these eyes cannot face the sharpness of your gaze?—
Instead, see the outline of my inner sight.

Don't hold me close like this...
What if this breath stops coming?—
Instead, silently grasp my sighs.

Don't wait for me...
What if this body crumbles to the ground?—
Instead, merge with my blood drops.

Don't place happiness on my lips...
What if this wound refuses to heal?—
Instead, stay vigilant in my suffering.

Don't go searching for me...
What if time stands still?—
Instead, embrace my soul.