Holding Space

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We held space sacred as we
In the hushed silence living
Between our gentle breaths
Carved silent memories

Of moments past
Chased thought
Defiling shame
Conniving games

We held space open as we
Exorcised spirits of unsaid
Words of shame expose
Naked souls revealed

We held time sacred as we
In that deep yet gentle embrace
Listened to the whining wind
Anxious thoughts finally ceased