I drove there once, 
before I left, 
to watch us 
(still held) 

by a dark forest — 

cradling the rain 
we gave so freely to, 

carrying our breath 
for love that ever grew.


I wanted to see you there.


To look,
to hold
a bit longer.

& let
hearts 
leak

(somehow softer).

By: Katy Claire Funke

Published by Katy Claire

Singer, creative, plant and ocean lover sharing my exploration of the world through music, writing and photography.

9 thoughts on “Softer”

  3. Hi there Katy, I visited your site and I have to say… It’s so awesome!! I loved reading your bio, looking at pictures, and this poem is super beautiful! I will be honoured to have you as a contestant in my poetry and short story competition before it ends on Tuesday…
    New Thursday poetry competition is now open! Enter now!
    https://penableme.wordpress.com/2020/03/26/thursday-poetry-and-short-story-competition-4/

    Check it out and I hope you enter!
    Thanks and stay safe,
    Midnightlion from Penable.

    Liked by 1 person

    Reply

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