Lace Embrace

With sticks and string
I can magically bring
the softest lace to life.

I can hide all my fears
and wipe away my tears
with wool, cashmere, and cotton.

It's a way to self sooth
the yarn feels so smooth
I can pretend I'm not insecure.

I just sit here and knit
and chomp at the bit
begging the phone, please ring.

I've done the repeats
a cast off completes
but lace isn't the embrace I desire.