A gift
A word
A nod.
I want it.
I need it.
But I won’t let myself receive it.
Don’t deserve it.
Maybe I do?
But what will I owe you?
Praise.
Kindness.
Love.
Why won’t I accept these?
Why won’t you?
Open up.
Receive.
Love and be loved.
Receiving
Published
Grit, Gratitude, and Grace 