High Dive

On the edge peering… toes curled
Hanging on as if for dear life
Braced… poised to leap
Determination and fear now holding hands
Until I do - I don’t know that I can
Heart pounding…
I’ve been to the edge before
But couldn’t leap… unwilling to try
A wall of fear blocked my way
Still looking… any way out
Quiet my heart…
Can’t hear myself think
Breath deep… imagine
Freedom… soaring…
No longer hindered
I’ve come here to grow
I must risk it all and… let go