I traveled the freedom trail
where liberation greeted me
with open arms;
in the morning, in the evening,
and in the stillness of dark hours.
I refused to allow my hopes
to be stifled,
and now the trail is narrowing.
I pursued my free spirit;
I have a life without you,
uniquely fashioned just
for me.
Freedom is the ultimate prize.
Now it is all over but the begging.
Please forgive me.