INDEPENDENCE

Reflecting: What a beautiful thing - Independence. You never miss it if you have never had it. But once you have it, the world opens up to you, the sun comes out and you are having wonderful, beautiful, freedom to be yourself and not a puppet on a string.


INDEPENDENCE

I always let you lead the way,
I followed you night and day.

I used to be a clinging vine,
I thought to be one was just fine.

To be the introvert was my way of life,
You were the extrovert who caused much strife.

All of a sudden I was on my own,
To become independent I must be shown.

I learned to fend for myself,
I've got peace of mind which is my only wealth.

There is only one now to take care of me,
But it's worth it to feel so completely free.

I assert myself when the need arises,
I've even awarded myself a few prizes.

No one to consult or adjust to their whims.
Life is as easy as singing the old hymns.

How smooth the rhythm of my life has become,
Life is so much easier when there is only one.

Life is no longer a struggle each day,
Bumping into walls and turning away.

I am independent, with joy in my heart,
I no longer allow you to tear me apart.

What I missed for so many years,
I was unaware with so many fears.

I used to be a clinging vine,
Now I stand tall and savor what's mine.


Gloria Hildreth
"Reflections: A Moment in Time"
copyright 2009