I've rolled on velvet
cushions where I heard Always slept,
and I once tried to kiss Always,
but I don't think it was the Always
I was looking for.
I like your Always, it looks
such a demanding pet. It looks like it kisses
nice and soft.
It looks like the bruise I found flowering on my knee.
I fell down at your voice.

— Cate Marvin, Flowers, Always