I Am Angry
"I am angry."
I don't like this emotion called anger.
It burns me from the inside.
I feel it down deep
Like a sore that refuses to heal,
Anger returning over and over.
Taking its toll on a fragile soul.
"I am angry."
I don't understand this thing called anger.
It takes control
Like an unwanted attacker grabbing you by the throat
Refusing to release its victim.
"I am angry."
I don't understand my reaction.
I should want to fight;
I should want to stand up and shout,
"Listen to me. I deserve better!"
But, I don't stand up and shout.
I cower down low.
The burning in my stomach refuses to subside,
And I want to run.
I want to run away as fast as I can
To a special place where I feel love.
To a place where I can finally say
"I am not angry."