it isn’t just an organ he says
look closely and you will see
since the very beginning
your best friend

has been beating inside of you

it isn’t just an organ
look closely and you will see
each chamber working in perfect harmony
graceful and intricate

an elegant dance that carries on

it isn’t just an organ
look closely and you will see
a testament to your resilience and vitality
your capacity for compassion

not just for you but for everyone that you love

it isn’t just an organ
look closely and you will see
in spite of stress and sickness
in spite of grief and failed relationships

you are still alive because

it isn’t just an organ
look closely and you will see
this muscle is responsible for every laugh and every tear
every moment of joy and sorrow you’ve experienced

it isn’t just an organ
look closely and you will see
it is a miracle