Gossamer Rope

I was a bit ashamed
of the thought I had.
Still, you bade me speak.
Unguarded words
tumbled forth,
my knees became so weak.
I gathered breath
hoping to contain
the heat I felt escaping.
The door I'd opened
just a crack,
was suddenly left gaping.
Imagination
snuck you through,
uncaring of my pride.
I should have been
more discerning
before I let you come inside.
I welcomed you
quite fondly.
Not once consulting reason.
Denying self
what one needs is
tantamount to treason.
So, here I am
and here it is,
unwieldy in its scope.
There you are
unscathed and safe,
tossing me the rope.