the eight C's

you helped me guide my Self
to get to know my different parts
you held space for me
for my pain
you took me in when
I was in despair
my world flipped upside down
your simple signs
     creativity
     compassion
     curiosity
     clarity
     courage
     confidence
     calmness
     connection
seemed so out-of-reach at the beginning
Thank you for helping me get here
and for releasing me
when the time came.