sharpie pen

today time held no power
over me
the light jog to the train
didn't exist
rather a slow, bittersweet stroll
as i boarded the odd little vessel

the change
my change
echoed as it fell down the slot
i walked down the aisle
but passed by my usual spot

feeling the need to try something new
i sat down and rearranged my things
turned up the volume
and I like it the farther I get out
my eyes wander and something catches
their attention

written in all capital letters
in black sharpie pen

listen to your heart

is written across the seat
my fingertips brushed over the words
i hoped they would seep into my pores
make their way through my bloodstream
and out of my mouth

i rested my head in my hand
elbow on the window
and stared out into the cloud filled sky
raindrops dancing to the ground

i smiled

closed my eyes

and dreamt

and you were there
somehow sitting next to me
breathing in my comfort
and breathing out your own

the train went underground
the neon lights broke my serenity
but still you were there
and i've never loved you more