Hidden Heart

Twist 

turn 

curve around

make sure to follow

left

right

not north

not south

or never shall I be found.

Heart of the maze

surrounded by thorns

kept in a casket.

Hidden deep beneath

safeguarded

dragon’s hoard

escape from

hide from

pain

that cripples

blackens my sight.

Tip toe

brutal cold

mist arises

coating stairs with ice

another maze

hidden dangers.

You shall never know my plight.

Deep within this fort

made of bone

made of blood

made of stone

a sarcophagus

etched with acid

tears

grief…..

my heart is hidden 

safe from promises

safe from love

safe from a world 

harboring no illusions

never again

will I love.

April 22/19

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