Safe

I’ve known her since I was born

She is my safe place,

My lifelong love

She is beautiful

I adore her

When I’m not near her I feel out of place

I love her

But her love is toxic

She leaves marks on my skin

She scares me at night

I feel fear when I’m alone with her

But she is my safe place

She cares for me

Being wrapped in her warm embrace is the highlight of my day

When I was away from her, it was bad

I felt out of place

I felt hated by everyone

When I am with her I feel loved

I feel at home

Without her, I fear I am nothing

I needed her

So I clawed my way back

By any means necessary

I had to return to her

I am with her again

And all is right with the world

I am scared sometimes at night

I have marks on my skin

I am scared, I am alone with her

But I’ve known her since I was born

She is my safe place,

My lifelong love