The Unwanted Shadow He calls himself mental illness as if a name makes it Easier to cope with and live with on a daily basis. He’s Locked himself inside me making my body a home. Little does he know, he’s not wanted here. One long day after another of continuous battles. Does he not understand I don't want him here? Am I not strong enough to win our battles? I wish I could just Reach inside me, grab him by the neck and throw him out. I was once Kind hearted, but he has turned me stone cold. I am No longer the happy go lucky girl who Everyone used to enjoy being around. Now, I am the girl who Sits in the corner alone, crying herself to sleep Surrounded by a looming circle of darkness. Mischievously, he waits in my shadow, Yet somehow seems to never fail to shine brighter than the sun. Obstacles never seem to distract him from Lurking in my shadow Dreaming of his next moment to shine. Fearlessly releasing his chaotic roar Rendering me to halt in my path. I can't seem to escape his tight grasp Even when I think he's gone, he’s hibernating in the darkness Noting my every move, Dreaming of when to strike again.
