I've built a storm shelter deep in my mind <br />For when I feel I must take flight; <br />I get there quickly, my provisions are few - <br />Some music, pen and paper to write <br /> <br />It's a very small space, just for me alone, <br />I really don't want company; <br />And please, don't come by to ask how I am, <br />You might not like what you see <br /> <br />When life overwhelms, I can get there fast, <br />I get comfortable, then I lock the door; <br />I sit in the corner and cover my eyes, <br />When I just cannot bear anymore <br /> <br />The shelter is dark - I reject the light, <br />Light tends to make things too clear; <br />I know what's out there - I don't want to see, <br />What you can't see, you tend not to fear <br /> <br />Don't question my judgement, I'm not new at this, <br />Misery always seeks its darkest lair; <br />And if the storm should get too unbearable <br />You'll find me kneeling in prayer <br /> <br />So if you don't hear from me for awhile, <br />(I never know how long the storm will last) <br />Don't worry, I'm safe in my dark little room, <br />The chamber door is bolted fast<br /><br />Lora Colon<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/my-shelter-from-the-storm/
