Paint a New Song

Silence fills my mind
Deep within these walls
Of expectations, confusion,
Which way now?
A contest of freedom calls.

Conspicuous thoughts
Surge in my consciousness
Calling, shouting, then
Screaming at me
Of all my restlessness.

I need some peace
Oh if only to dream 
Of unicorns, fairies, 
And carefree trees
Wishful thinking it would seem.

This jewel I possess
In my heart deep inside 
Protects and shelters,
Makes me stronger
No vengeance shall I abide.

I'll paint a new song
In my life and in my need
To inspire, redeem, 
Lifting me up high
My hope will succeed!

~ Quentin Jessen © 17 July 2010