Dignity without Breathing

Hold me in a state of tension,
                                            my butterflies holding my breath for me.

Can I breathe through this,
                                        without passing out, and going under?

Holding me hostage,
                              is my fear of you, and what you will do.

Breaking for tears,
                            I bend like bamboo.

Losing everything,
                           I just can't breathe.

Dress me with dignity.

Sink, Float, Light Up!

Like a candle,
                     burn bright again in your window.

Freedom is gained,
                            only by taking the risk you are so afraid of.

You will learn to sink and float,
                                               swimming for a dream to come true.

Let it go,
             for simplicity,
                                for innocence,
                                                      and for trust.