Growing Up With You Poem by Maya Reid

For
years
I’ve had
a blanket
I made it
to comfort me
It used to fit
just fine and dandy
I wrapped myself in it
and hid from the world

But
now
I’ve been
growing inside
My little blanket
no longer fits
I can’t hide anymore
My spirit has grown
I’ve sprouted beautiful new wings
That my covers cannot cover

A
decision
I must
make now
To clutch it
or let go
If I keep it
to hide my face
the real me the world
Will never grow to know

If I courageously can release
my blanket I’ll be naked
for everyone to see
who I am inside
Can I allow
this to be
There’s a
chance of
explosive
collapse

You brought strength and courage
as gifts to my world
You allowed me to
let my blanket go
Unfurled my wings
Replaced my blanket
Liberated me
with stability
and
love

Flying away from this place
Finding a way to endure
We’ll get through this
We’ll live our lives
Creating our dreams
Reaching for stars
We’re spreading
our wings
Finally
Alive.