Words

Often times, I'm scared to voice my true opinions and feelings- this poem expresses that fear of rejection.

I have so much to say.

Words-

Formless masses,

Billowing up in my heart as emotions.

But how to let them out?

How to bring my deepest

Thoughts

Desires

Fears

Into a harsh and cold world?

How to be fearless?

Quickly,

Pencil and paper

Scratch,scratch,scratch

Quickly,

Before the fear returns.

prowling

For it’s newest prey

Shhhhh…

I hear it coming.

Soft padded feet

Carrying the scars of the world:

Broken hearts

Disbelief

Failure

Quickly,

Lock the pages

Stuff the words back down,

Throw away the key

Quickly,

The moment of brave passes.

Author's Note

As always, please critique (or praise, if you feel led to!) my work. I am a new writer and am eager to improve my skills.