Then I'd stay...

Poetry and Writing in my free time.

-and a glimpse into my writing beyond novel writing.

Then I'd Stay

"Then I’d stay.
Even when the shadows flicker, even when you break.

I'd trace the ache in your gaze like scripture—
not to fix you,
but to witness you.
Because even in ruin, you are holy.

So let me linger.
Let me kiss what hurts.
Let me stay when you think no one should.

I see the shadows.
I see you.
And I’m still here" - M2025©