The poem navigates themes of childhood, faith, and self-exploration. It reminisces about moments of devotion and the internal conflict they evoke, questioning the nature of self-betrayal in the pursuit of faith. The imagery illustrates a journey from innocence to a deeper understanding of oneself, contrasted with childhood memories and the complexities of growing up. Through vivid sensory details, the poem captures a struggle that resonates with both beauty and pain, ultimately revealing a connection to the past and an embraced self-acceptance.
"When devotion is self-betrayal, the body knows. The first time I fainted, I was a choirgirl. Someone caught me just before I hit my head."
"Each moment risks proximity to childhood. Splayed out on the rocks, near the sprawl of lake... I sensed, intensely, an older version of myself. These selves. Embracing now."
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