With heavy heart
I find myself,
in need of solitude.
To find myself,
to love myself,
to see what others see.

My heart is soft
and full of love,
for everyone but me,
I need to feel
just what it's like,
to smile and know
it's real.

I really must
cocoon myself,
from hurt, sorrow
and pain.
I'll also leave some
things behind,
that stop me
flourishing.


No more hiding
unshed tears,
from pain that
sears my soul.
No more longing
for better things,
my life will now
begin.

Please believe you
meant so much,
a confidante, a friend.
But realise I need to fly,
go forth, and
find my way.