All Woman.

Wounds come and people go

Years pass and then some more

Scars form from what we know

And the seed of truth learns to grow

Walls are built and homes are tarnished

Words are said and promises vanish

Souls of resentment are often banished

Slowly but surely hopes diminish

Secrets too heavy for a 16 year old to bear

A little girl made to silence her fears

Her innocent eyes see demons crystal clear

But her angels don’t seem to be anywhere near

Now 26 her words are her weapon

So much older, but still a child from within

Learning to forgive what weren’t her sins

Starting to embrace everyday wins

Every life has a purpose, she has come to realize

Every sinner has a punishment for his lies

She is now a warrior who doesn’t need to hide

Gaining strength from her new found pride

23 years of carrying weights too heavy

Decades have past and made her weary

But from the ashes a phoenix is ready

To make peace with the past and release the negativity

No more pills or blunt blades

No more empty glass bottles or full sleeved drapes

It’s time to let go of all the self hate

For she is not a victim but one of the greats

Let it be known that her veins pump iron

For within the timid lies a siren

Have no doubt she’s risen from ruin

Make no mistake, she’s all woman.    

Dilz