still

for once.. im'a
sit in this womb
cocooned in nurturing waters
pretend i'm back
where i belong
cradled by love
anticipated appearance
life plans promising
future wide in front of me
easy passage
for once
im'a be still
run the waters in this tub
let the epsom ease my pains
listen to the faucet dripping
let that blend with my inner drum
become one
with peace
be
still.

© 2007 Jamila J