The Wall- poem

By, Jess Dickson


I’ve leaned against
Hid behind
Loved
Hated
This structure that has become as integral to my breath
As the heart that beats in my chest

Some have tried to climb
Push down
Break
Cried
In protest to this barrier that keeps me apart
Allowing no one to enter in

I’ve created my space here
Safely solitaire
My hands reach beyond, to touch the skin of unity
To feel the softness of love beyond
Pulling back before I am reminded of my place

Some have tried to join me
To sit in my silence
Trying to reach the one they know hides inside
To touch the tears of silk
Patiently still, they wait on the other side