Living in the Shadow

Finally I have decided to share some writing that is quite old for me, however still relevant. As I read it today and throughout the time till now it always says something different to me, it means and represents something else. The simplicity and honesty of the words truly at the time I felt represented the place I was in. I know we can all feel like this time and time again. It is important to remember…. We will make it through. We will see the light someday.

21^st February, 2002

Living in the shadow             

I see the light but I can’t reach it

It can’t reach me, you see

The shadow is all I get

I watch and wait, I seek and take

All things thrown my way

See me please and wait for me

At least look for me, because you know I am here

And carry me away from this place

To where I can see myself                     and

Reach the light                                      and

Be myself                                             and

Not feel judged                                    and

Then maybe it might be about me one time.

Give me a chance to shine in the light

You have

To get a chance

To show you me

And you’d step back and see

How

Living in the shadow feels.