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I wrote this poem after an experience with a pioneer of touch practice - It was an incredibly healing encounter that I just had to put in to words.

You Gave Me God's Gift

I stood in front of you
Scared little boy, yet so brave
Admired what you do
Not yet knowing what you gave

Been with you but a moment 
and still I let
Your arms wrap around me
Though you hadn't touched me yet

The feel of your hands sang out
With laughter and smiles
Washing away doubt
I'd been with a long while

As we lay there together
A little flame burned
And I wondered whether
I could have what I yearned 

If there were nerves now 
I couldn't tell
Eyes wide and aware how
I felt your warmth, smelled your smell

Blessed hands touched each other
As we played and explored
Safe with you my Brother
Feeling loved and adored

Silky warm skin
laying still in your grace
My chest on your chest
Tears rolled down from my face 

The flood gates burst open
Emotions poured out
Been held in for years
With fear, pain and doubt

Let it go,  release 
Was all I knew to do
In the space you gave me
When you said, "I've got you"

Beautiful Heart
Sweet, soft soul, like no other
Sacred to me forever
I love you big Brother
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Grasso Avatar
September 19, 2014 at 7:24 PM
Beautiful and very moving. Love the way it flows too!
Harris Avatar
September 19, 2014 at 7:49 PM
Thank you! It was such an amazing experience I had to put it to words!
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