Parts of us

there are parts of us from which we hide
parts we wouldn’t like to admit to ourselves
let alone others
exist
.
there are parts of us from which we hide
parts that wait
patiently
gently tapping at the window
with a knowing smile
.
there are parts of us from which we hide
parts that are a constant
and unwavering
cause for distress
.
we tell ourselves that we are in control
that we can make decisions
without prior counsel
.
but there are parts of us from which we hide