Slow down to feel the world catch up with me

The hairs on my arms lie down like cows out in the heat

I swirl around and back into myself

Like a snake's split seed

I feel too much to be here with you

I am soaking everything in

The moss on the rocks hugs my cousin

And when we swim the ocean is in her eyes

Usually holding my chest works best

But most of the time I forget

That I am soaking everything in

I need you to be gentler with me