Aphrodite, goddess of love.
That this time belongs to her?
Right now, two men are getting married
To each other, and she squeals with happiness.
Two women kiss in public, and she almost
This time, when those who love each other can be
Together, when her message is heard.
This time belongs to Aphrodite, goddess of self-love
Yesterday, she watched a bisexual teen
Come out to her mom, and Aphrodite
Sighed in relief when she was accepted.
She watched a man take his first dose
Of testosterone and cried tears of elation.
Finally people can be themselves.
She sees a person realize that not having
A gender is okay, and she yearns to hug them.
Some realize that they do not love in a romantic way,
And she holds them dear in her heart.
After years, people are starting to understand.
Love is knowing who you are and accepting it.
Still so far to go, but a start.
A start, and Aphrodite’s laugh,
For the first time in years.