Tears slid along your fingers
Rain pooled into your palm
A storm shook through your ribcage
Too heavy to stay calm
Breath softened into stillness
Chest cleared its crowded ache
A hush began to gather
In gentle healing wake
Light touched the dampened edges
Warmth steadied broken pride
A softer strength awakened
In quiet after cried
Value this tender armor
Let softness be your guide
Souls grow deepest power
Through tears they do not hide