I Am a Slave

My message lies not in the sentence
If you learn to read between the lines
You will hear stories in my silence
My life is not about roses and wines

I look strong on the exterior
But I am weak on the interior
I may be smiling on the outside
But I am hurting on the inside
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Mulaga Jana Avatar
January 22, 2016 at 9:28 AM
strong and inspiring I am able to relate with this
Sietesantos Avatar
June 12, 2014 at 6:42 AM
Excellent write! Very articulate piece. Thanks for sharing this gem! Warm regards!
Pen Avatar
June 12, 2014 at 7:13 AM
Thanks Pandita
Dunn Avatar
June 11, 2014 at 9:12 PM
Love the ending, great job cheri
Pen Avatar
June 12, 2014 at 12:56 AM
Thanks cherl
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