#166 Sleeve

I wear you on my sleeve
Like a badge of honor
Like a war medal
I carry you on my heart
A symbol of my survival
Even if I’m just half alive
I carry you with me
Like a colorful button
Like a chain over my neck
A watch on my wrist
A ring on my finger
You, my grief, are stamped
On every bit of my soul
On every drop of my blood
On every tear from my eyes
This is my reward
With every bit of grief
My love is revealed.

You loved me
I know, I was there.
Your love for me
I wear it on my sleeve.