PRISONER

When there are no more chains that used to bind you

All you can think of is to run away

As far as you can, as often as you can

To explore all there is.  

When the wings that used to ground you have been freed

All you can feel is the wind

As high as you can, as fast as you can to fly

To the heavens and touch the clouds.

When the gag that used to silence you has been untied

All you can do is shout

As loud as you can, as strong as you can

Hoping that your pain can be understood.

When the soul that used to trap you has been unhinged

All you can see are your heart's pieces

As jaded as they are, as shattered as they are

And hope they can be put back together again.

Yet, even if there are no more chains,

Even if my wings are freed,

Even if my voice is unsilenced,

Even if my soul is released,

I am afraid to venture forth away from my prison

Without you.