When I Write

it is usually a tribute to a feeling

that I am currently in
or one that just passed
leaving me on the shore of

a more peaceful place
sometimes you may find
yourself in it

and sometimes
you may wonder
who caused the pain

sometimes I write from
the lens of another
whose situation is
very inspiring
or thought-provoking

as when I wrote about
being released from
Arthur Road Jail
(never been there, magar yun-hi)

either way
let it be
as I am
letting you

live your life
by your rules
what else is there

but to observe
and walk by

especially when
you chose that option
long ago..

stay safe
know that you too
are special

who caused the pain
or you
who were the best friend

why wonder

did I even once
say your name?