All this time I was working so hard to try to please you.

I kept my secrets hidden because I knew you would disapprove. 

I felt so sure that you would be here forever.

I’m not sad. I actually feel quite relieved.

Because now I don’t worry about your approval.

I don’t feel like I need to hide.

I am who I am, I do what I do, and I feel no shame.

(Source: mikelikeslights)