Ready

Past few years

I used to run

away from love

claiming it was

the only way

to stay safe

Well, I think

I was a fool

back then

yet, believing it was

the only way

to stay sane

And now

the past is gone

I have

blank pages

in my heart

and I...

can't find

any of those excuses

I used to hide behind

anymore

So I am 

standing here

with my soul

completely naked

without no more

reasons to keep

the light shining

just in my pocket

and...

for the first time

I know I want

love that counts

Men hurt me

and women did too

still if I really

do want it

to be true

I know I need

to love you

the way I thought

I never could 

without losing

So wherever you are

whoever you are

please know

that I am

still a bit terrified

but ready