The Shadow of the Self
by Zachary Adama
The shadow
of the self
remains hidden
in darkness.
Guarded
and preserved
by egotistical
pride.
Enabled
by self-delusion
and little
white lies.
Dare
that I look
darkness
in the eyes.
For it is me
that I see
which cowers
and hides.
Excreting
shame
in the absence
of light.
Hidden
only from
willfully blind
eyes.
Revealed
only by senses
which see
without sight.