This poem is about regaining control of your life in the midst of a storm and picking apart the pieces that held you together. These words are not for the faint of heart, but they capture the essence of what it means to come to find calm in the midst of an abusive relationship. Too often, too many people are afraid to speak up, and I sincerely hope the words on this page will reach someone positively.
The Realization
I look out across the horizon and see the sunset
The sky is painted with rays of yellow and gold
Then comes the realization that begins to unfold
I have prevailed, and I have conquered and taken back my soul
That you so violently stole, trying to make me feel small and helpless
But what you’ll never know is you have stolen nothing, though the hurt lingers
It has taken quite a toll, and there’s nothing left to take because I have had to grow
I’ve learned what it means to be free and learn to love myself again
You tried to break me down until I was nothing more than a ghost of who I used to be
I often looked in the mirror and wondered if it was truly me
I’ve never been one to be easily persuaded, but somehow I allowed
Until one day, I said no more and chose to move forward
Now I’m stronger, happier, wiser, and more mature
The best part is I no longer have to endure
Gone are the days of struggles that are unnecessary and oh-so-demure
Love was the anecdote, but you were not the cure
Final Thoughts
This poem is dedicated to anyone who has ever been in an abusive relationship or marriage. There’s light at the end of the tunnel. Though it may not seem like it, there’s a chance for change. Stay strong, stay vigilant, and tell any and everyone you can. It doesn’t matter if no one believes, the most important thing is speaking up. Eventually, the right person will be reached.
