Jennifer Ottinger - Binding

Don’t keep me tied down.
Don’t tell me no.
You have no idea
That I long for my life.
Stop taking it from me,
It hurts those stupid limitations.
I just want to fly,
No one knows me truly.
Only I can survive on my own.
Just unlock the cage
Help me escape.
The darkness suffocates
Limiting my sight.
The shackles keep me in place.
Restricting my movement.
Let go!
I can’t stand it anymore!
I hate crying!
Can’t you see?
I want myself!
I’m not that little girl anymore.

Jennifer Ottinger

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