i stood..

on a low step.

and below me, there's a small drop. and i don't know this.

my eyes are shut.

he persuaded me to close them
some while ago
and led me
to this position
via a convoluted route.

all the way..
he's been whispering in my ear.

talking about
canyons and chasms
towering skyscrapers
parachute drops and bungee jumps.

and now, i'm nervous.

the idea of
a leap of faith
seems terrifying.

should i open my eyes
and be brave?

or should i
just succumb
to my fears?