We create this persona,

to protect and to hide the things we do not like,

our idiosyncrasies and flaws.

We create this persona

to make us more like others,

more like their image.

But instead of refining our character

we euthanize those things that make us unique.

The pressure we put on ourselves

to keep up this facade creates in us a knot.

Yet all it takes to loosen

is something to call home.

Coldplay’s “Parachute” in the background,

or the sweet aroma,

granola in the oven,

can pull you right back in.

A smile or a laugh can make you feel safe.

Safe enough to remove the bonds,

the bonds that we place upon ourselves,

restricting our movement.

Safe enough to show what we used to need to hide.

We can visit this place in our head

when the knot is pulled tighter,

to release the tension for a while.

The calm cascades over you

as you revel in the serenity,

the serenity of lying by a fire in the winter.

Home is the place that knows you.

Home can unravel your knot.

Home has a gentle hand,

cradling your insecurities.

Home is where you are free

to be no one

but yourself.

Year: 
2017
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