Gianna Hogen Poet Free verse

Hidden Inside

I kept it hidden - I kept it inside
I didn’t want to worry you
	And waste precious time

But as time went on, I began to see
I was only hurting the people
	Who were closest to me

So I made the choice, to open myself up
And loosen the bonds,
	That were keeping me stuck

I realize now, despite my intentions
The false sense of duty I acted under
	Was of my own invention

It’s never a good thing, to bury your feelings
As high as they go
	Almost brushing against the ceiling

The longer you wait - the more harm you bring
And no one but you
	Can lessen that sting

So do yourself a favor - go talk it out
Before our own monsters
	Start lurking about

Before they latch onto, and begin to attack
Know that suppression won’t cure you - 
and that is a fact

You won’t be imposing - or making a fuss
No matter the time nor place, 
You can always come to, and count on us

♡Like0

Share Poem

---

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment