This poem is political. The personal is political, and the realities of current events are impactful across the spectrum and need to be spoken about. Space needs to be held, action taken, policy changed. To speak out is a privilege that must not be taken for granted.

What does it mean to be seen,

held so fully and without fear

of the other bending or breaking

to trust the shoulders on which you rest

are not so frail as to shatter precious things