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Subtle Elations


I am still learning how to walk
The talk has been a big part of me
Getting all your adrenaline rushing
Only to call in and find me 
Barely started with my race



As I make baby steps
A talk starts to walk about
What is he up to these days?
My limbs threaten to quit 
But my subconscious sleeps on it



This walk is getting better
Better and better every other day
I only hope I don't wander
I am also learning to be much calmer
Everytime that I feel closer



I feel a deep love
For my brothers 
Everytime I see them having my back
These men from other mothers
They've been pillars in my deepest agonies



At least I am breathing
Always up and kicking
Reaching out for the best
And having it together with the rest
A lesson many young men haven't



Lord am grateful
My glass is half full but my heart is full
I often shrink but you always magnify me
My chest is warm amidst these hustle horrors
But I equally grin within, I'm freaking elated


Jabbar, Nov 2023

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