​Only you can feel your struggle
that your mind sees
or thinks each day.
The loneliness that comes
with the unspoken words.
 
Promise others are feeling
the emotional pain also.
Different triggers, same feelings.
 
Never believe that your words
and thoughts and feelings
are the the utmost of importance.
They are.
 
Support is always out there
when it feels like all is lost.
Reach out.
 
You will be held up.
Outreached hands of support
are always there.
 
March 5, 2021
©Andrew Scott – Just a Maritime Boy 2021

​We are walking with shackles
on our exposed dreams of this world.
There can be a time when we can be free.
 
There will be a time
when we come out our caves
just to hold each other freely
regardless of looking eyes.
 
When we come to an understanding
that with all our differences
we are the same as human beings.
All we have to do is listen and embrace.
 
When a young man can play
in a park with whoever they wish.
When a little lady can keep
her faith and innocence
without adult corruption.
 
When no one dies
due to race or religion
or living in fear
of who we are,
then the world will be would be free.
 
January 4, 2021
©Andrew Scott - Just A Maritime Boy 2021