Secrets

by...Lindsay Quist


There is a place in me where my secrets hide
In the shadows between my heart and soul
In my touch, my voice, and in my pride
The secrets held are never told
You’re so close, but also too far  
Like there are worlds between us
The distance is so cold
Within arm’s reach I can touch
Maybe our futures are already sold
I remember your eyes and your soft embrace
The memories flood my mind
Mind twirling as I pace
Do you know, can you see
What this secret is doing to me
Inside of me is a burning heat
Waiting for my secret world to rise
Making my heart leap and beat