I got baggage...

 
don't even pretend you don't
I'm not buying it
so don't try to go there
you know you do
it's not even a question

but this is...

how compatible is it with mine
is your dominant strong enough
...to counter my submissive
your structure firm enough
...to withstand my chaos
are you bold enough
...to encourage my timidity
is your patience up to the task
...of calming my uncertainty

do our interests coincide
we're not meant to be duplicates
but can we share
& enjoy each other's minds
enough similar...
that we can find common ground
our differences should compliment

is it possible our belief systems might align
are we on the same trajectory
will you learn...grow...evolve...with me
watching the sunrise in delight...
until our final sun sets
can we sit by the fire...
...chatting...
...or in companionable silence
do you believe in the goodness...& dangers...
...inherent in humanity

so...
how well does our baggage fit
when placed side by side
are they complimentary
...or do they clash
will you settle in...
...or disappear...
...if I show you mine