I am reaching out to see
If you are reaching out to me
For though it’s hard, I really mean
To be safe and to be seen
I am peeling off the layers
Hardened by snubs and shame and glares
To let my eyes again have sight
Though squinting, turn away from light
The darkness beckons me, retreat
Back to the cell of safe defeat
But if I stand strong, I will see
The light and love to set me free
