​the universe

i showed the sky my tears. she watched as they fell down my chin, and asked me, “what has caused your pain?” i answered “the universe has shown me nothing but cruelty, it has tormented me with lies of love, and of desire. the universe has left me for myself.” she listened to my cries, and the clouds parted. the universe beckoned “you are not alone.” i became angered “but look what you have done to me! you have marked my body with scars; you have done nothing to prevent my betrayal; without the stars you are empty, as am i.” and the universe looked upon me softly. “can you hear the music?” they questioned, “have you smiled from the love you have felt before? and when you sing, do your lungs not fill with air? the universe is with you always. i am with you always. your mother may live in a different city, but she is with you always. you are a portrait of all the love you have ever received, and it is a beautiful painting.” “but why does my love leave me now? do i not deserve it anymore?” the universe did not respond, but i did not need an answer, for my tears had dried.