Doors and such...

A Poem by ExposedSiren

Every decision made forms the future.

There is nothing more terrifying than watching a door close,
regardless of which side you are on.
Whether it slams in your face,
or echoes as you walk away,
There is always a sound.
The moment you are in silence again,
let it all sink in.
Take a moment to really feel,
take a moment to breathe.
Only you can decide whether to walk,
or to sink slowly to the ground.
If you decide to stop and rest,
remember that nobody else will know.
All you can do is try your best
to push back in an effort to grow.
With either decision,
know that you are strong.
The door behind you signifies a choice,
a step taken in the right direction.
Only you know why that step was taken,
and only you know the next course of action.
A door closed in front signifies a lost option.
If you fight for it,
I know you can open it again.
It won't be easy,
nor will it be pain-free...
But with each sacrifice comes a reward,
With every effort know that you are closer...
Or so I keep telling myself.