Heart.Beat

Ah,did you not receive the note?

The one I carry around.

It reads: ‘Handle with care, fragile heart’.

You misplaced it?

Kind sir, go find it now

And when you return, note in hand,

Remember to bring some

Cello-tape, bubble wrap and softer words.

You don’t understand, you say?

Then let me be clear,

This heart, my love

Needs time to mend

Again.

But I assure you, this time I’ll fix it with a stronger glue

I’ll use the bubble wrap. Cello-tape too.

I’ll write a new note:

‘This owner’s heart beats stronger with courage and pride.

Beware. A woman resides.’