Written by McLord Selasi
I told you my secret
and watched your face—
not a grin, not a giggle,
not even a wiggle.
You zipped it up tight,
like a backpack pocket.
Now it rides with you everywhere,
but never spills out.
That’s how I know
my secret is safe.
That’s how I know
you’re my friend.
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McLord Selasi is a Ghanaian writer, poet, public health researcher, and performing artist. His recent works have been accepted for publication in Panorama, Apricot Press, The Shallow Tales Review, Shoegaze Literary, Trampoline, Rough Diamond, Isele Magazine, Subliminal Surgery, Eunoia Review, Poetry Journal, Graveside Press, and elsewhere. Tweet him @MclordSela64222
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