Blinds

I've been sitting in the dark for so long.  

I find it comforting. 

I find it warm. 

In a place where I can't be seen  

A place where I can't be hurt 

Where only I can hear my 

Sorrowful Songs.  

However I still find myself  

Growing at an angle  

Like a plant who’s leaves desperately  

search

For the Source of Growth 

The Promise of Future 

The Hope of Tomorrow.  

I opened the Blinds today 

And just like my tiny plant  

sprouting in the darkness 

I found myself  

Leaning towards the light