Solitude

Solitude is my friend, never asking much of me

Patiently waiting to offer pleasant company

Together, we may sit, while long silences enjoy

We respect each other, as there’s never any ploy

No interruptions, no arguments, no angry words

If there’s noise, most likely it’s the twitter of the birds

I never feel I must respond to a question or request

Nor do I have to laugh out loud at some silly jest

At times, I may feel a fleeting wish to cheat

Thinking with someone my lonely heart should beat

A person who’d listen when I try to put things right

A soothing voice might suit me, could I find my type?

What if this person has beliefs that I cannot hold

Or recites a narrative, which I believe is best untold

I’m not as forceful as as I'd like, I lack the needed courage

To say things outright, always aiming to avoid damage

That’s why my deepest thoughts I keep them to myself

The most vital thing, they say, is being faithful to thyself

Speaking to my Solitude, I use fire-eating language

I need not be afraid that debate might lead to ravage

At times, I feel the urge to overcome doubts and fear

By speaking to others in a voice that’s loud and clear

With practice, I’ll conquer whatever I most dread

Bye to anguish and remorse, hello to fortitude instead

Those who’ve helped me over time, I’ll never ignore

My heart will stay true, I’ll love them forevermore

And Solitude, I’ll never let you down, my dear friend

Rest assured, I will be with you... until the bitter end

Solitude, I’ll never let you down, my dear friend

Rest assured, I will be with you... until the bitter end