I felt as if I stood naked
Vulnerable, waiting, completely exposed
As I told you my darkest secret
Showing you each hideous piece
And now you finally know
My horrendous telling is complete.

Okay so now I’ve told you,
Revealed to you all of my fear
Shaking, I think I might be sick.
Then I realize, you’re still here.
You haven’t given up or abandoned me
Though I worry you’ll disappear.

Still you speak words to comfort me
Respect even my boundaries
Not forcing your touch on me
Helping me to settle my mind.

Even when I think I’m at peace
And I thought the battle was won
My demons rear their ugly heads
And I realize the war has only begun.

Tears stream my cheeks as I accept it
Knowing that I’m not alright
Finally seeing the truth for what it is
Darkness overshadowing my light.