Hi (((((((((Poppy))))))), what a beautiful thing you wrote.
I was thinking how when I was little, on summer nights, one thing was discovering that being outside in the dark was wonderful. A little scary, no kidding. But gradually, as my eyes got used to it, I would realize there were amazing night fragrances, and sounds, and birds who just wouldn't go to bed, and the headlights of passing cars made beautiful patterns against the hedge. I would detach from the group and just breathe in the sweet, sheltering dark. The stars were wonderful.
Don't be afraid. Know that most of what's unknown in the dark isn't dangerous. When you bump into something, ask it to lead you. If it hisses or growls, just go the other way...
There is room for you.
love
Hops