Nothing To Hide

I was told that I had to strive to be perfect

No one would want me if I had a defect

I worked so hard to be what others wanted

But sparkle too much they say that you flaunt it

The line is thin between insecure and self esteem

You can make yourself crazy to be someone's dream

Nothing is perfect, it's in nature's laws

I am who I am, with all of my flaws

I'm done trying to be someone I'm not

Time was lost in that trap I was caught

I still have moments when I am insecure

My doubts overtake me and I'm not that sure

Being vulnerable and open is the key

To find one who wants me when I'm me

SO read all your sonnets with hearts and flowers

Cast your spells, wear charms with  powers

Maybe you'll stay in the life of delusion

Because that kind of stuff is only illusion

The kind that lasts long is ugly and rough

And sometimes you want to scream, "ENOUGH!"

On days when body or brain is too sick

Beside me you are and with me you stick

When I am defeated and running away

I never go far because I know you will stay

You know I'm not perfect but perfect for you

There isn't anything special that I had to do

But why am I floating up with the stars?

I am exposed to you with all of my scars

Wide eyed and shivering, a scared little rabbit

I'd run away, but you wouldn't have it

Through years and miles you stayed at my side

I belong to you, I have nothing to hide