In Silent Shadows
IN SILENT SHADOWS::
Increasing in intensity
nightmares,
screams because the
instigator never
letting go,
entrapping the victim
never stopping with the
threats,
striking
hurting them with
abusive mannerisms
defending themselves as an
over taker
who now threatens my
safety and security.
Pain and torment over many years,
living like this always in fear,
in the silent shadows, never knowing what to expect,
fearing for your life,
wondering where is the knife? Trapped in the silent shadows.
Wanting to tell someone the story,
not to relive the gory, resolve to my silent shadows.
Seeking the encouragement to find my way out,
making my way with a loud shout, leaving without the shadow of doubt.
What I thought was love, was never love.
Out of the silent shadows into the light,
taking off and enjoying the flight,
What joy, what delight.
Finally free, finally at peace,
Free from the chains that bound me
among those Silent Shadows.
Copyright © Laura Howard | Year Posted 2023
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