I never used to enjoy the forest

Danger lurked in inky shadows

Snakes slithered silently underfoot

The trees blocked out the beautiful sun

Sticks left small cuts on exposed skin

So every time I was back inside

I wasn’t scared anymore

But now I spend all my time in the forest

Because danger stalks me back home

Snakes stab me in the back for one mistake

My dark thoughts block out all of the light

And I leave the deep slashes on my arms

So even if I’m terrified to be outside

It doesn’t even compare to the peril that awaits me inside