I Hold My Breath

I hold my breath

As I look at you,

But I am quiet

I don’t know what to do.

I hold my breath

As you walk by,

But I stand silent

Acting so shy.

I hold my breath

As you speak,

As you do

My heart is weak.

I hold my breath

Then I sigh,

If you ever knew

I’d surely die.

Alica Hall