Gentle Voices

Gentle Voices

            Gentle voices tell me it’s not my fault.

They say I did nothing to cause it.

So why do I feel so confused?

Why do I blame myself?

My mind knows that it is him, not me, but my heart doesn’t agree.

Gentle voices tell me that I’ll be okay.

They say I am worth more.

So why do I still go back?

Why can’t I break free?

My heart longs to stay with him, but my mind says he won’t change.

Gentle voices show me how to care.

They take me in to keep me safe.

So why do I still fear him?

Why can’t I be brave?

My heart is terrified because I know him too well, but my mind says I’m safe.

Gentle voices tell me I can start again.

So why am I so afraid I’ll end up alone?

Why can’t I let go?

My mind tells me I’ll find someone else, but my heart still believes what he says.

by Mindy Hawk, All Rights Reserved