Don't hide my love

I hide a lot you know

I shy away from affirmation and encouragement

I struggle with affection and love at times

Receiving love

Not hiding anymore

I am contrary

I hide from love when it is the very thing I need and yearn for.

Dear God, gently call me out of my hiding

Beloved one, woo me from the shadows and provide a safe place in which I can shine.

I need love

I need to know it is ok to be me

I need to know I am beloved

Receiving love

Not hiding anymore

What a gift

What divine wonder offered by the one who made me.