time spent arguing
it flutters away like leaves
fall turns to winter.

insecurity:
never knowing where i stand
always an issue.

my anger leaves me
lost words hanging in the air
deflated cruelty

falling out of love
no safety net to catch my
shattering spirit

small child looks up to
gentle teacher who shows love:
but don't break a glass!

passive darkness haunts
outside the softly lit room
my own prisoner