i have never felt this good
in my own skin before.
where i give no other thought
than how delicious
my adrenaline tastes.

my fingers were born
with this gun.
these eyes were born
to pick you apart.
my feet were born
to keep me this steady
while you try to mimic
a california earthquake.

i have lived and fought
earthquakes before, babe.
do you see me moving?
i have never felt this alive
and i believe i have you to thank.
how can i not show you
my teeth
when you are the one
who sharpened them.

take it all in.
without what you are
i can not shine.