You are allowed to need
To want
To have
It is okay to give nothing back
You may never
It’s okay
You owe no thanks
For the love you inherently deserve
As we do not expect from a child
We shall not expect from you
It is your turn to be loved
Flower
It is always your turn
Take a breath
Ten counts deep
And when you exhale
Exhale guilt
When you are ready
Remember your needs
What ever they may be
And in your next breath
Let them fill your lungs entirely
You may smile
As your body thanks you
Breathe
You are allowed
