My companion for longer than necessary to remember You can move on and go forward but you don't forget That knowledge serves you well no matter the circumstances This is the time of year for flashbacks that are dealt with Which is why we quietly stay on guard Send the darkness to the light when you can Be the light for others Search for that place in your heart that allows you to care and share Some are still in darkness Let them in if you can if they are willing Sometimes listening is the beginning they need If somebody hurts you let them do what they do. You do you If it is meant to be fences will be mended Befriended by darkness does not need to be permanent and forever It takes time and you will get there