Child Within

Let it out, screaming inside my head Holding back the flood gates Locked in underground cell to supress The tears that dwell deep within A place where colours don’t exist Starkness, isolation and sadness Why visit such a space of gloom When I can build storeys above A tower of strength, sturdy and high Stability and proud to the general eye Exploring each level one at a time Only very few find the truth inside Strength based on fragile foundations The child within reaching to be free Powerless, ashamed and lost innocence An adult who fears unlocking all the hurt Denial is such an easy path to take Beware the silent sadness that blooms As the hurt from deep within emerges Penetrating through the cracks I want to unlock that cellar deep below Look her in the eye embrace all she hides Take her hand and set her free Allow myself to finally become me