I’m looking for something to make me feel electrically alive Without getting high or intoxicated I know I’ve felt that way…we can’t miss what we’ve never had, right?? I’m waiting to not rely on others to affirm my strength and appeal Just so that I can feel twice the person I am I’m searching for the people who will flow with me And never be brought down By the vines of what is accepted I’m seeking the wisdom and experience That will enrich, shock, and free me Always telling me to feel, think, and do for others I’m longing to love with a fervor and ferocity That will light me up from within A love that will heal and grow And taunt and cherish And give and embrace And take and deliver. So I’m still looking. Wait Is it already here? Has it passed? Is it yet to come? So I’m still looking?
Words and images from an Eastern NC artist/researcher