I have not
felt what you've felt
and I do not
feel what you feel.
I have not
seen what you've seen
and I do not
see as you see.
I have not
touched what you've touched
and I do not
touch as you want.
I have not
tasted your life
and I do not
taste the same flavor.
So no,
I don't know what it's like
and yes,
I understand--as best I can.