Release

Poetry releases me,

the same way Harriet Tubman guided many slaves to safety, 

it made me feel free.

Poetry releases me,

releases my emotions, talks to me and listens unconditionally 

Poetry releases me,

releases me from fear and anger that manifested over years

Poetry releases me,

gave me an outlet when my loves basketball and soccer created the tears

Poetry releases me, 

didnt always need it to rhyme but just to pass by the time

Poetry releases me, 

helping to clear a clogged mine, prevent me from crossing the line

Poetry releases me,

that time I thought I had lost her,

but poetry made sure it lasted a bit longer. 

Poetry releases me, 

we all have the gift, just dig down deep

Cause for me, the word release became synonymous with Poetry!