Confession

He pauses

Inhaling deeply

With eyes wide open

A blank stare

Oxygen expands

He gathers his thoughts

Seeking courage

A quick meditation

Resigning pride

Start exhaling slowly

Eyelids gracefully bow

Acceptance awaiting

With flushed faces

His knuckles go white

An unyielding grip

Unlocks lost souls

Hands go cold

When air thickens

From ghosts escaping

Filling the room

Ride his sweet breath

I am startled by the chills.