LOVE Poem: No Way Out, by Emma Hunter

There was only one place I longed for
Things have now changed
Not always in a good way
Because now there are two

I used to run away in my dreams
Away from the place of my nightmares
Back to my home
It was the only way out

Deep, deadly thoughts lurked
Until I could escape the sorrow
Memories embedded that wouldn’t come
That was the way things were

Now there are both friends and foes
If I were to leave, hearts would be broken
It’s still the place I fear
But now I do not wish to leave as badly

Learn to stay away from the shadows
Step out into the shining light
For where I used to hide
That’s where the monsters lurk

Choosing is not an option
The pain is too great
But the pain of leaving may be greater
Maybe there’s another way