Two truths can exist.

I can be tired of waiting
and also assured
that my own is coming.

Wondering if I will end up alone
and also assured
that I will spend the rest of my
with my partner.

Thinking that the quiet,
lonely nights will get comfortable
and sure that I will miss them
when the noise is unbearable.

Comfortable in silence.
At peace in chaos.

Making plans to cope with this
and also making plans
to enjoy what is coming.

Happy to build alone.
Excited to build with company.

Taking things a day at a time
while desiring to time travel
to the future.

Living the life
that is currently available
while exploring
the possibility of something more.

Believing that it is what it is
and trusting that
what is mine will find me.

Showing up in the moment
while remaining interested
in what may come next.

Two truths can exist.

Mariam Shittu

photo by Photo by Erik Mclean