I put my arm around you
I play my part of strong man, protector, advisor
I revel in the opportunity to hold that place because I know
that you know what it means
what is given up
what is offered
the price of the part that I play
and you, I know, will return my gift
and I, I hope, will be brave enough
to accept your arm, your strength, your protection, your advice
letting go
finally
