Greeting my gremlins w gratitude via /r/gratitude

There you are again, perched on my nightstand
A gargoyle with reading glasses,
flipping through my resume
and circling things in red.

I recognize you well, old friend,
the way you sharpen your pencil
with teeth meant for fiercer things,
ready to edit my worthiness.

Let's sit together, you and I,
share a few deep breaths.
Your red marks are love letters, really –
desperate notes from a well meaning guardian
who hasn't yet learned to whisper.