Running Away- 1

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I sighed as I wrote the letter.

I knew I would be back one day

That one day wouldn't be soon.

I felt bad leaving her behind

But she needed to be protected

Protected against the real me.

The darker side of me that nobody but myself has seen,

Society pressures us boys into keeping it down pact

Never showing emotions

Always being tough, strong and emotionless.

I knew she would cry for a little but it had to be done.

I stuck it on the fridge where she would see it

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