Lay In a Peacefulness Against My Chest

My shoulder is here,
If you wish to be comforted...
With someone to share the shedding,
Of your tears.

It may appear,
That my exterior is hardened.
But in my defense...
I must display,
An appearance that is publicly...
Disguised as indifferent.

My arms for you,
Are here to hold real close.
There are many times,
When I am the one in need most.

But can I show this,
To be addressed?
No!
I prefer only you,
To lay in a peacefulness...
Against my chest!
Yes.

Come to me...
And you will see,
I offer you this place...
To feel safe.
And...
Respected you will be,
With a guarantee totally...
To find with me your rest.

poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar
Submitted by Poetry Lover
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