Thank You

I've said “thank you” for life in so many ways

Over ten thousand, one hundred forty-six days.

I've said “thanks” with my fists and my feet

When I walk the earth, when I fight and compete.

I say “thanks” with my mouth and my head,

Turning out words enough to draw nods from the dead.

I've said “thanks” with my stomach and my knees

When I examine things closely, or make them part of me.

I say “thanks” with unquenchable eyes

When I run them aggressively over the skies.

I wonder why I can say “thanks” with all my parts

Except my heart.