Silence

Ever had a feeling that tears at your mind
When peace seemed to never exist,
When the radiance of uncertainty
Clouds you in its mist
It is something you want to discuss
Yet fear of misunderstanding
Keeps your tongue at bay
Always waiting… waiting…

Long have you desired to release those words,
To show others your ideas, a growing mound
But knowledge of the consequences
Keeps you forever mute,
Locking away what your imagination found.

For one knows that silence may be best
Plain words may betray a speaker’s thought
Sounding harsh and filled with animosity
Though said with greatest sympathy,
One’s own voice an enemy to be fought.

Ever had a feeling that seizes your warmth
When compassion melts away
And love betrays your mind
Causing your heart to sway?
When self-confidence forsakes you
An idea that you’re not deserving
Keeps your mouth sealed shut
Forever waiting… waiting…