Believe

Standing so tall

So elegant with its skinny stem

Cold to the touch, warms his chest.

Delicate scent as he lifts it up

Dancing into his nostrils

Floating down his throat

Reminder to breathe.

Reminder to believe as he clenches its neck with strong fists

Breathes, releases.

Sips, believes.

Allowance for rest, slowing pace, sitting back.

Breathes, believes.