I Am a Storm

I will go through hell for a person I care deeply about. 
I'm still learning where to draw the line, 
but my experiences have made me stronger.
Has opened the doors to a better me.

I can walk through flames unscathed,
through thorns without a scratch.
Though angry tongues spit acid, 
turn my skin to barren flesh,
my touch remains gentle and unbiased. 
Soft and comforting. 
A breeze.

Sometimes I have to remind myself to stop and breathe
Because I feel myself slipping,
back into toxic habits,
And dangerous prospects.

My happiness is worth more than serpent tongues.
I'm worth more than poisoned lips,
and shadowed truths.
Despite my sacrifices, 
I don't owe anyone anything.
I stand independent.
Powerful and bold.
A storm.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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December 7, 2018 at 2:58 PM
The dimensions of a person's life can be measured by the causes to which they devote themselves. Don't look back or you will be heading that way.
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