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Afraid To Be Free

There are feelings inside of me,
That I have hidden for so long.
I feel I have displaced myself,
And that I no longer belong.

I feel I no longer live a life,
That I only appear to exist.
Unless I figure out what to do,
I know this feeling will persist.

I want to break out of my shell,
I know that there is more to me.
That there is actually a life to live,
That there is more that I can be.

But I'm afraid to drop my barriers,
I'm afraid to let myself feel.
I'm afraid that I can't be loved,
I'm afraid to find it's real.

My fears keep me in place,
Keep me from breaking my shell,
Keep me from living my life,
Keep me in this living hell.

Maybe I'll find the strength
To let myself to be me,
Allow myself to feel again,
To let myself be free.

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On Wednesday January 19th, 2005, sIo (891) writes:

it seems as though i look into a mirror when i read this. amazing.

On Monday September 6th, 2004, Despairing Eyes (9) writes:

i love this piece only because it hits me so strong.... i hope you settle down with yourself and figure out where you are going... >Despair<

On Sunday September 5th, 2004, Six-Out (1824) writes:

:-/ It hurts to see someone so great, in this position. As Jane said, I think you will find the strength...just don't give up hope...*hug*

On Sunday September 5th, 2004, Velvet_Raventon (695) writes:

If you even find out what to do, let me know, because I could use some advice =) Very well written, and don't forget we all love you! ~V.

On Saturday September 4th, 2004, cre (508) writes:

Oh . . Ahz . . I too know these feelings and my heart goes out to you. I believe you will find the strength you need . . well written and conveyed . . keeping you in my thoughts.

On Saturday September 4th, 2004, An Expired Member (4) writes:

Well written! I liked it alot... keep up the good work. ~*nbka16*~

On Saturday September 4th, 2004, Sleepwalker (23) writes:

I know exactly how you feel. It is hard to tear down the walls we build to protect ourselves. Great write

On Saturday September 4th, 2004, Rachel (393) writes:

Oh, hun.. I love you. Know that I'm here for you if you need a shoulder. *big hugs*

On Saturday September 4th, 2004, Lady_Ahz (80) writes:

Thanks Rachel.. :)

On Saturday September 4th, 2004, Northstar (455) writes:

ohh I can really relate tio this piece and your structure and flow really add to the effect of this piece--nicely done--this remind me of a piece I wrote a few years ago perhaps i will post it so you can check it out

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