Out Of Hiding

i've been hiding

wrapped up tight

tossing and turning

my hair's a fright

i am blinded

by the light

if you touch me

i may bite

i am wounded

i can't fight

if you push me

i'll take flight

i hear your words

my heart ignites

inside my chest

a riot incites

i feel your love

as it invites

my soul to step

outside it's plight

i look back

i feel contrite

to leave this place

would bring delight

but something's amiss

something's not quite right

so here i stay

for one more night

Sometimes life's path leads us through trials, missteps and disappointments that wound our heart and soul.  It is not uncommon to pull away and build a safe space for ourselves.  This works for awhile.  And can give our hearts time to heal.  The most difficult part of this strategy is stepping back out into the world, reaching out once again.  Sometimes the wounds are so deep that a simple statement, a tone of voice, a harmless gesture can send us running back to our safe place.  It takes courage to reach out.  Courage wavers in the shadow of a wounded soul. 

When you see a wounded soul, be kind.  Remember they are still healing.  And healing takes time.  Compassion and understanding can help the wounded souls rediscover their courage. 

If you are a wounded soul, i hope you find your courage once again.  I hope you find kindness, compassion, understanding and love that heals your wounds.

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