Silent Love in the Shadows

Sitting here in the park, shadows on my mind,

Waiting lonely for the ride, trying just to unwind.

The weight bears down, heavy on my chest,

Haunted by my past, feeling like I won't rest.

Every day’s a battle, fighting silent wars,

Walking through the storm, behind closed doors.

Smile on the surface, pain deep inside,

Hiding all my fears, nowhere left to hide.

Wanna tell her how I feel, it's locked inside,

Fears of losing her, of the truth being denied.

Every moment with her, a precious spark,

But the dark thoughts tempt me, whisper in the dark.

If I could say I love you, before I go,

Before this fear and sorrow start to grow.

You’re the light I cherish, the gentle breeze,

Wish I had courage, if only to say please.

Friends say she's looking for a good man,

But I wonder if she sees the pain I can’t explain.

Lost in a sea of judgments, social pain,

Looking for a shelter from the storm, a safe lane.

Maybe someday she’ll understand my silent cry,

Till then I’ll hold these feelings, as I say goodbye.

Hoping somehow, she’ll see the truth in me,

And remember the love I longed to set free.