A kind word
To make me want to try
A look of disdain
To bring out the worst
A hopeful glance
To make me want to give
A loud demand
To make me afraid
A gentle smile
To make me feel safe
A laugh
To make me warm
A question
To bring doubts rushing in
A mirror
To question what is
A look of mischief
To make me want to tease
A single ray of sunshine
To light up everything
A drop of rain
To make me want to look up
A heartbreak
To make me want to kneel
A moment of silence
To make me complete
And yet
Silence eludes me
Elusive Silence 