Happy

One 
Two 
Three
In 
Out 
Repeat
I count my steps and remind myself to breathe while waiting for you 
I pace back and forth trying to ease my mind 
One 
Two 
Three
In
Out
Repeat 
Then I saw you wearing a red suit and smiling at me
Suddenly pacing didn't seem necessary and the air filled my lungs easily 
You grabbed my hand and started walking then all I could think was 
Hand 
Smile 
Red 
I felt better with you there 
I felt better because you looked happy 
Hand 
Smile
Red 
M

Maxwell

VT

YWP Alumni

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