I trust people who say, “be honest”
and then allow me to express my experience
without becoming defensive

I trust energy that flows from Love
hope glimmers
comfortable quiet
a hand on my shoulder

I trust people who stay
mutual reciprocity
downward journeying
with-ness
diversity
languages
impoverished humility and receptive hands that teach more than I can ever give

I trust that God is clearing space
from anyone who distracts
or could become an idol
or prolongs freedom
to truly
become
me.

BJP