Reaching

You humble me, undoubtedly, 

Unraveling my sweater at the seam,

Denying my flesh its covering,

Exposing my shameful nakedness,

Every unexpressed weakness.

You tear even deeper,

Lacerating my skin,

Reaching for my soul to let You in.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Collins Avatar
December 1, 2013 at 8:11 AM
Dear Juliet I'm curious about the capital Y in that last line "reaching for my soul" love, Kathy
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November 26, 2013 at 11:29 PM
Very deep, powerful write.
Dietrich Avatar
November 22, 2013 at 10:34 PM
wow, this is deep. I love this one.
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