Shadows of Ottawa

Shadows creeping in the night,

In this town, it’s a constant fight.

Every corner brings a memory,

Holding on just to stay free.

Driving down these empty streets,

Echoes of a past that won’t retreat.

Dashing meals to faces unknown,

But tonight, I’m feeling far from home.

Heart is racing, fear takes hold,

Every whisper, every glance feels cold.

In a place where shadows speak,

I just want to find my peace.

Ottawa nights, you’ve got your grip,

Prison walls that feel like a trip.

Running scared from what I've seen,

I just want to break free, see what could’ve been.

Every face is a haunting stare,

Why’s it feel like danger’s everywhere?

I’m counting days till I can leave,

Home to Houston, I just want to breathe.

No more shadows lurking near,

I’ve weathered storms, I’ve faced my fears.

Yet tonight, there’s a weight on my chest,

Am I strong enough to pass this test?

Can’t shake this feeling, it’s crawling back,

Haunting memories on a lonely track.

I know I’ve got to run, just hold on tight,

In the dead of night, I’ll find my light.

Ottawa nights, you’ve got your grip,

Prison walls that feel like a trip.

Running scared from what I've seen,

I just want to break free, see what could’ve been.

So here’s to dreams beyond this town,

To a brighter place where I won’t drown.

Hold my breath, just counting days,

To the sun setting on these shadowed ways.