I say I am over it

I tell myself I am over it

above it

beyond it

what then to do with the pain in the heart

the darkness around the edges that seeps in like quicksand around that fateful last step

the experts advise not slamming the door but rather taking it out for a walk examining the topography of its colors and shape

I have

gotten over no more to her or him or even mostly

my self

the world through

god

long ago child sibling forging along with me

these then new muck to slog through

not sinking life teaches me this

but slowed down for sure

nearly stopped

but not stuck

yet

he seems a beautiful soul

enough

she has only meant to offer help

love

it is up to me

no no anger at me hold on now

it is up to me

to see again

weary of again

again

new eyesight