Caged

My past is so clear

And my future unrevealed.

I look ahead

But the images fade away.

My eyes see an image

I call it a dream.

As my mind wanders away,

I raise my arms

I want to embrace,

But my feelings call me away.

I walk towards the sunlight,

But my footprints pull me back.

I think in all directions,

But something makes me turn back.

I want to sleep, but I think A lot.

I am not insecure,

But fear of losing, holds me back.

I can see the reflection, but it is camouflage.

I want to change

But I am scared to accept.

I want to evolve,

But I am scared to approve.

I do not know why,

I cannot arrive at a conclusion.

My heart feels restless

But my mind is not at rest.

I want to take a step forward, but the shadows pull me back.

I want to tell the world,

But my soul remains quiet. I run to hold the raindrops,

Stretch my hands,

But the clouds disappear.

I see the rose buds, waiting to flower.

I want to smile,

Laugh and shout.

But the sun wilts the roses,

Shredding my heart to pieces.

I want to spread my wings,

And fly like a bird,

In the vast blue sky.

I want to flutter carelessly and

Chirp away merrily.

But I feel caged,

And the deep waters of emotions.

Surround me, on all sides.

I want to wade them away,

But they revolve around,

Me and my soul,

Making a web which I cannot resolve.