My Name

The candles were burning down
My hands were clasped together
Casting wishes like fallen leaves
Then you said my name
There, a smooth place in the wood where my jaw had rested
Against so many tired nights
Praying in gulps of holy water
Then you said my name
You came to me with locked doors
With unwanted company
I was a hesitant teacher,
Then you said my name
Donning my nails again
Glistening my lips again
Praying the past didn't happen again
Then you said my name
I kept my silence
I kept my skirts
I kept my distance
Then you said my name
Sitting here with a smile on my face
The call was answered,
I have my place
All because you said my name.