Prescription
When we first say hello,
My memories muddle me so,
I’ll take a hug.
When we connect ever slightly,
Over details we’re uttering,
I’ll take a hug.
When we’ve lost common clues,
And silence ensues,
I’ll take a hug.
When nothing is left,
Except win or lose,
I’ll take a hug.
When I lean barely your way,
But then pull away,
I’ll take a hug.
When we say goodbye,
Even for the day,
I’ll take a hug.
Regardless of norms,
Or habits of form,
I’ll take a hug.
Like medicine made,
By a soothsayer sage,
I’ll take a hug.