Paralysis

It's a rare man who possesses the kind of insight to truly understand and hopefully cherish you.  If you have found such a lover or friend I wouldn't let him go.  I'm not sure about the needle.  If it's literal it gives me pause.  It could prove an obstacle in the long run.  If it's a metaphor, aimed at your "vulnerable, riverless veins", then maybe the syringe contains healing properties, a cure for that paralysis.  In any case, more power to you.  This is fine work.  

Definitely not a real needle, Crow. That is not a road I am willing to traverse.  

My thinking is generally too literal.  I know you're a survivor, clean and beautiful.

Beautifully written, feels like a journey, phoenix rising from the ashes...
Loved the nature references

This is really beautiful and deep.

extraordinary write. it's a fierce storm that will lay you up for 2 days, & thereby euphoric. no needles & no vultures, only desire for the next storm...

The bed is comfy as death
when it rains.

I feel this.

Wow, I really like this.
Grew write!

So deep and beautiful ^^

Great job :-)

not sure if this whirlwind, ultimately, was good or bad - or maybe I'm just being dumb

enjoyed it very much anyway :-)

Wow,the need for speed...