I know so well that prison of which you speak
The safety to be found behind the walls
And the loneliness and longing that they bring

I know so well the visitors you shun
Watching them from behind a screen
Refusing the gift they bring for fear of the cost of acceptance

I know so well the bitter comfort of the shackles that you wear
The familiar weight of desires and need
That lovingly embrace you while you weep

I know so well the protector that you are
The bravery you need to stand him down

And watch your prison fall

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