Rest Easy

If I was kinder, would you listen?

Be able to see me beyond the smile,

To hear the depth of the soul

That seeks only to escape?

It's not about being liked

It's about being able to sleep at night

I can reach only so far

Beyond the wall you hide behind.

You've seen more in good manners than what was intended

Call me crazy for what I tolerate

Let me remind you

It's not about you.

When I finally get called home

Slide into the cool, damp earth

For my final slumber

I have no desire to take you with me

I only want to know

I did the best I could

And with clear conscious

Rest easy.

Natasha Head