I Speak My Truth

A poem

Tree Langdon

Apr 19, 2024

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I must release
The thoughts that swarm
In tiny threads
Inside my mind

A swirling cloud
Of calling crows
They spiral down
Into the depths

Of foggy muck
I cannot breathe
I suffocate
And cannot call

My voice is locked
Within a vice
A cage of wire
Entwines my throat

To stop the words
From getting out
I must remake
This life I live

I follow threads
From woven nests
I hear beliefs
Persuade and tell

They call like crows
And draw me in
Their rigid thoughts
I take as mine

My echoed calls
Reflect them back
I am not them
I write my truth

The threads unwind
The spirals twist
To clear my mind
Where secret fears

Are held inside
A wire cage
I raise my arms
Unbind my wrists

And take the pen
To find release

I bleed them out
Unleash my thoughts
I speak my truth
In single drops

If you enjoyed this poem, have a look at my book, We Swallow Light. It’s an exploration of events in a past life and a refreshing take on overcoming pain and the joy of finding love.

I’d be so grateful if you shared this poem with someone who you think would enjoy it.

Until next time, remember to hang on to your golden thread.

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