While we are here

while we are here,
tell the next passenger,
we must alight.
we must look
for what is broken
and fix it.
we must help,
even if no one deserves it.
we must give, even if no one repays it.
we must accept the thanks
they’re too proud to say.
allow our hands rest in theirs,
we must say ‘you’re welcome’.
there is a moment in a smile,
we must share it.
spread our arms in warm embrace,
look over their shoulders with love.
we must forgive.
we must be for giving.
and while alone,
if we must cry,
please let the waters fall.
when we’re done,
we must say our goodbyes
like we’d never meet again.

leonell echa