If I was safe

If I was safe

I would go out for walks in the middle of the

night just to enjoy the peace and the beauty 

of the night sky

If I was safe

I would go out wearing whatever I want,

wearing revealing clothes because I wouldn't

be worried about being assaulted and then

victim blamed for it

If I was safe

I would go on a first date for a walk

somewhere beautiful in nature where there

aren't other people around

If I was safe

I would leave the house alone without 

my phone

If I was safe

I would say thank you and accept the offer 

when a man I don't know offers to buy me 

a drink in a club

If I was safe

I would enjoy walking home at night instead of spending

the whole time just hoping I 

get home alive and safe

If I was safe

I wouldn't feel the fear rise in my chest when I walk past

a group of men in the street

If I was safe

Talking with men on dating apps would be fun 

because I wouldn't be analyzing fearfully

to see if they're safe and genuine

If I was safe

I would have so much more joy and freedom

and confidence and peace in the world