Friends

When I was little
Everyone was good,
But as I get older
I realize I misunderstood.

I was happy,
I was safe,
My confidence was something
No one could faze.

But then the lights went out
And I was alone.
I was overlooked
And on my own.

There were too many hours
In a day.
The loneliness was a feeling
That refused to go away.

I'm still in the dark
But I can see the light.
I'll probably always
Continue this fight.

I've been made stronger
By laughter and love
Received from friends,
My pillars of strength and gifts from above.