You Call My Name But I Am Far Away

You call my name but I am far away –

On an island in my mind I ponder;

Should I leave my haven or should I stay?

My mind says stay but I ache to wander;

I placed myself here away from the strife –

Warm and welcoming away from the pain;

But I am lonely away from my life –

Life has no meaning away from the strain;

I need to connect with all of my peers –

Leave this place but at what cost – at what price?

Am I strong enough now to face the fears?

I know not but I have to throw the dice;

So the die is cast and I take my chance –

I will leave my island and life enhance.