do i dare express

all of my inner hopes

for fear they may escape?

yes, of course i dare

expressing hopes and fears

lets you know i care

i am willing to confide

what some people want to hide

consciousness is not denied

you may not want to know

all my inner secrets though

and if you do not, say so

i am not taciturn

about anything i learn

what bridges should i burn?

i am reaching out to you

so reach out to me too

Walt Abbott–5-25-2010