I would imagine that it would be terrifying
to realize you’re a character in my verse,
no longer made of bones and muscle, heart
poundingly accurately alive. You’re my latest
creation. Welcome. I’m still learning
how to master your puppetry, re-create
your lines, pull your strings to determine
how it would feel to be you watching me birthing you
on this page. Don’t worry – I’m a professional
and you’re in good company. I won’t name you
and I won’t label you as anything other than how
I see you. You won’t like any of this
if you figure it out. Here’s the thing, though:
I don’t care. I’ve already put my thumbprint
on you and that will never change.
I will write a smile on your face and tell you
to relax into the paper. It’s easy and it's fun.
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