Led

Today I let the world lead me in dance.

Do you know how difficult that is?
The leader led?
Tight fist aching from gripping,
pried open.

Yet now I relax and follow.

When you step left, so will I.
When you pause, I will too.

And as the dance eases on,
my arms soften and my face smiles.

Because I notice we’re beautiful, together.