Just let go
You can start again.
When the waters get choppy
and it feels like you can't catch your breath,
it's okay to stop swimming.
They taught us that in swim class-
remember?
Just let go,
lay back,
spread your arms
and you'll float.
Let your body do the work
and trust that you're okay
as you focus on your breath
and the waves bob you up and down.
And when you're ready,
and your breath has returned,
and you've regained your strength,
you can start again.
About the Creator
F Cade Swanson
Queer dad from Virginia now living and writing in the Pacific Northwest. Dad poems, sad poems, stories about life. Follow me on insta at @fcadeswanson
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Comments (15)
Congratulations on Top Story!! This is such a beautiful piece. You've written it in a way that perfectly reflects the peace that comes with letting go.
amazing
Oops congratulations on TS🥳🥳🎉🥳
Loved it!! Great message ❣️
Gorgeous poetry!
You wrote a poem like Lesley did in Bridge to Terabitihia, excellent form
Lovely poem - I felt like I was actually in the water as I read it. Congratulations on the Top Story.
A welcome reminder! 🥰
Love this, amazing
So beautiful
SO beautiful! 🩷 Feels like a warm supporting hug in the middle of an anxiety attack ... love that idea ... "just lay back" so peaceful 🩷
This was just lovely :) I appreciated the message so much.
This was like a hug.
You can always try again :) Beautiful poem Fred
Very soothing. I enjoyed it!