Shapeshifter

Photo by David Tandilashvili

My body transcends through time and matter,

I morph into creatures no one can imagine.

Every new form feels more broken and scattered,

But I cannot stop.

My ego’s too fragile.

Bones turn to mush and warm skin hardens.

Suddenly I fear that my pain will find me.

If I quit it now, will my soul be pardoned?

Will my crucifixion be brutal and timely?

-Jackie