I had a safe space.
I invited people in.
I realized
my decision was premature
too late.

My safe space dissolved
into an empty void
for months,
tainted by the destruction
I had invited in,
in naivete.

A piece of me broke away.

Remembering
if I made it once
I can make it again
and this time,
add an extra padlock on the door.

No one expects an invitation
so I disregard any felt obligation
to extend one.

Reclaiming safety
for my soul.