Escape
I hid myself Built a wall around my heart I ran, thinking my problems would just go away. I let the gate slam shut, Pulled up the drawbridge, Determined to keep You out. I needed to escape, That was my excuse Time to myself Time to be free But instead I bound myself up in larger chains Confined myself to the darkest dungeon. But You never left You were always there Watching and waiting Arms open wide You knew I would return. I grew weary of my race Tired of seeking escape My chains became heavier As did my heart. Everywhere I turned, I saw You. In the strangest places- A book, a poem A movie, a song You presented Yourself to me. And each time My wall began to crack The locks on my chains began to rust I felt my heart beat in response to Your love. Then I realized my mistake You are my escape In You I can be free No more running, Except straight into Your arms.