the words sit

on the tip of my tongue

but I cannot speak

the words out loud

so I ask

what is wrong with my head?

do I fear something

that is not there

my heart says

it is true, but my mind

tells me to slow down –

no need to rush

the words sit

on the tip of my tongue

I will find my voice

to whisper them

A/N:  Originally published at www.poemsbyarcadiamaria.blogspot.com on 2/8/16.