I wish

I wish I thought a little deeper.

Like if I saw the North pole -

When others saw the freezer.

I wish I spoke a little louder.

Like each word wasn't a bullet -

That from myself I have to cower.

I wish I stood a little taller.

Like I wasn't afraid of my own shadow -

Or of what to call her.

I wish I smiled a little bigger.

Like I was signing a beautiful painting -

And I was happy to share her.

I wish I walked a little slower.

Like existing didn't scare me -

And in my feet, there was power.

I wish I wrote a little faster.

Like I didn't fear getting it out -

Or what it would uncover.

I wish I wished a little less.

Like I liked what I already had -

And didn't have to wish about the rest.