A Poetic Self Hug

I hear your soft snuffled tears again little one            
why are you hiding there in the dark corner?            
           
Come, sit beside me in front of the open window            
feeling the early sunlight warm away the doubts.            
           
For I have so much to tell you but not much time            
before the loud world crowds me out again ...            
           
They can't give you now what they never did before            
so forgive them, our Mom and Dad, once and for all.            
           
Renew your noble quest, the lifelong search for self            
embracing even those odd pieces that don't seem fit.            
           
Soothe the unhealing wounds of your deep betrayals            
dare once more to remove the armor and feel trust.            
           
Pull out my childhood wishes from your linty pocket            
unfold them, smooth out all the creases and dream.            
           
Lastly, remember that I am so very proud of you            
so love yourself as deeply as I do in this moment.