Hourglass

I crave these moments, all alone No judging eyes or casting stones I remove my mask to reveal my tears No questions asked, as no one’s here I check the doors and windows too Once double locked, I’m calm as you I’m not unworthy, nor, beneath No rush or hurry, to fight the grief I just exist. Myself and I Tears pour until my eyes are dry I needn’t force a smile for show Or tuck my sadness, down below Sadly, though, these moments pass My joy slips through the hourglass Too elusive to be grasped Nothing good was meant to last