Stronger Now

So many years in therapy 
To find my peace and clarity 

Imprinted on my memory 
Are things I do not wish to see

They don’t fade as bruises do 
Forever there and stuck like glue 

But don’t you grasp dear what you have done 
I’m stronger now , you haven’t won

I’m healing slowly from what you dictated 
And just you see what I created 

I used your hatred , now I’m free
And turned it into poetry 

Unleashed my trauma into words 
And as I do anxiety curbs 

Until I’m empty I will write 
Release my anger, rage and spite 

Ridding it from all that’s ugly 
And weave it something lovely 

And if these words can serve my kind 
A purpose you have helped me find
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Inman Avatar
October 13, 2019 at 2:19 PM
Whatever your reason for writing I'm enjoying reading your poems and the obvious talent you show in writing them. May I suggest, when you are ready, check out the "Types Of Poems" link at the top of the page. It gives definitions on a variety of different forms that may help you develop your talent even more. Don't let them intimidate you, there are a lot. Many are rhyming forms that would work well with your style such as quatrains and sonnets.
Perrin Avatar
October 17, 2019 at 7:06 AM
Thank you so much James for all your lovely comments and yes I Will do that at some point soon. There is so much I need to learn! I have entered some and have done quite well but will keep at it. Thank you again for the feedback and guidance :-) x
Inman Avatar
October 13, 2019 at 2:20 PM
You might even want to enter a contest if you haven't already. I wouldn't be surprised to see you win one.
Keady Avatar
October 10, 2019 at 6:58 PM
Until I’m empty I will write Release my anger, rage and spite Ridding it from all that’s ugly And weave it something lovely ..So Powerful.. So right... never ever give up the fight... I am loving your poems EP.. best wishes and keep holding your head up high.. DAMO x .. well done you!
Perrin Avatar
October 13, 2019 at 7:58 AM
I’m so glad to hear you are enjoying my poetry. Thank you so much for your encouraging words :-) x
Hamilton Avatar
October 3, 2019 at 10:37 AM
Enjoyed this write, it resonates with so many people, writing can be a sort of therapy for some, at least for me it did help, thanks for sharing!
Perrin Avatar
October 6, 2019 at 5:49 AM
Thanks John :-) Yes it’s amazing therapy x
Mcintosh Avatar
September 27, 2019 at 10:06 PM
Simply beautiful and wonderful all in one. I love it. God bless you and may you always grow stronger.
Perrin Avatar
September 28, 2019 at 4:17 AM
Thank you so much Regina :-) x
Pandit Avatar
September 27, 2019 at 6:35 PM
Uplifting thoughts..so well delivered..straight from the heart.
Perrin Avatar
September 27, 2019 at 6:59 PM
Thank you Vijay :-) x
Lamoureux Avatar
September 27, 2019 at 5:09 PM
This is a good perspective. Writing is indeed a way of releasing pain and a valuable way to process emotions.
Perrin Avatar
September 27, 2019 at 7:02 PM
Thank you Richard. I’ve found it helps me immensely :-) x
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