The heat
I
can take
the heat.
The rays of sun never fail to slow me down
and lighten my head
I lie in wait
for the heat to form a pillow under my head
and a blanket over my body
I slip on the heat as if it were a nightgown
soft and comforting
The sun is my protector
Sending light to brighten my darkest days
Giving me time to think
As sweat forms on my brow and underneath my thighs
I am at peace
I can take the heat.