A Mutual Respect

Gender equality

A mutual respect

Its not something that needs to be spoken of between us

Not after all this time

Even when it was no time at all

It was there

Always there

No fancy words or gifts necessary

But they are welcomed

Just the same as the shy smile, the gentle touch, the knowing look

It sings within the tone of your voice when you call my name

When I lean on you and your big little shoulders bear the strain

You’re just my height even though you’re 18 inches shorter

And my jaw can testify

You’re one hell of a fighter

You give as much as you get

Setting the example for me and ours

Your back set straight

But let me help you with that

You can rest besides me I’ll stave off the attacks

Of a relentless condescending facetious world

Come on babes, rest, put your feet up today

You’ve been carrying us all the while

Allow me to bear you the rest of the way

Between you and me resides reciprocity

Truth, understanding, love and respect

Truth understanding, love and respect

Its not something that needs to be spoken between us

But its something that needs to be spoken to them

Within you and me we’ve achieved our zen

Reciprocity, love and respect

Let’s bring the truth to them

Glen Toussaint 2012©