I was born in darkness
confused and alone
no knowledge or insight
no place to call my own

voices in my head
summon me near
misunderstanding and ignorance
cause me to fear

seeking out my place
i was fed deceit and lies
i began to curse them all
and revel in their demise

i would struggle with myself
the sides of dark and light
anguish would envelope me
i embraced what felt right

as i sit here thinking
i am still alone
my heart black and cold
completely turned to stone

For i have loved the darkness
and it does love me
with it running through my veins
soon i will be free

shelly june 4,2009