Compassion

You're the tall glass
of compassion and warmth
into whose silken softness
I release my bitterness
Like a bottomless well
you absorb my grief
and wash me clean
of the anger that threatens
to seep into my veins
and corrode my heart
You're the nourishing oil
that prevents the rust 
from clogging my sight 
blinding me 
to the joys of life
When frustration 
begins to boil over 
and scald my hot skin
I sink into your cool arms
and peace envelops me 
in a warm embrace
Let me nestle in your love
and drown in your depths



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