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