IF

If I put this flower in your hand, would you preserve it?

Would you care for it, and nourish it,

And make sure it does not wither?

If I told you what I think, would you listen?..

And promise not to laugh?..

Consider my opinion, and not discount it?

If I showed you where I’ve been, would you come with me?..

And help me live through it again?

Would you accept it and not pass judgment?

If I were someone else, would you like me better?..

Or try to change me back?

And if I lost my way, would you look for me? Would you miss me?

If I only dared put this flower in your hand…