Naked

Naked
Written November 27, 2002




Fire roars on the darkest night. My soul burns as though it’s the flames. 
I stand before the Triple Goddess for the first time, filled with rage.

Lifting my head with gentle fingertips, her eyes look deep into my soul.
I hear her voice inside my head, as I tremble with emotion, uncontrolled.

"You hide within yourself trying to conceal your pain, be naked, let it out,
embrace me. Release the misery, be full of life once again"

Taking my hand we began to dance, almost sensually in the fire's light.
First came the anger in black rage as the thunder roared through the night.

Lightning struck the earth boldly, my fears finally shaken away.
She let me go and as I danced, light enveloped me in mysterious ways.

Insecurities floating away as I swirled, tears of blood stream from my eyes.
The light is beautiful and blinding as my body shakes and trembles inside.

Here I am standing before you, confusion blown away with the winds.
My defenses down, my anger gone, vulnerable, naked, heart wide open.

Gaze upon me now and see me. Look into my heart and soul.
Beyond the words, beyond the skin look inside, see me as I truly am.

Judge me not for what I've done or the careless words I've spoken.
Answer me one question true, am I the monster that made you broken?