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Bunkered Up

If you're weary of living in somber night,
then leave your bunker and come into the light;
abandon that ultimately useless drink
in favor of someone you really think
Is worthy of your trust.

Confess the hidden fears that combust
and inflame those recurring dreams
that shatter your sleep with anguished screams.
Tell of the things that sear your soul
and ignite the memories, flaring hot then cold.

Stop saying, "You just won't understand,"
forcing loved ones to raise their hands
and leave you to wrestle all alone
with demons that creep into your very bones.

Do it: do it and you may find surcease
from haunting visions and gain release
from the torment of pain unexpressed
that rends the heart twisted in your chest
by the agonizing, secret thoughts you keep.

Vomit it up, purge your soul and sleep.

© Thurman P. Woodfork
25 April 2002