Freedom

The path intertwines

in on itself

around the lake

through the mountains

under the sea

I follow

unsure where I am going

what I will find

only knowing that this path is mine.

I have opened my eyes

opened my heart

released my pain and fear

giving unto me

the freedom to be myself.

This route that I have taken

long and circuitous

filled with brambles

with thorns

flowers and hope

have made me so much stronger

so much better

so much more who I want to be.

September 4/18

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