In the depths of uncertainty, I found my way,
Through a winding path that led me astray.
From the realm of foster care, I emerged,
A resilient spirit, my soul gently surged.
Unspoken hurts, hidden scars run deep,
In the tapestry of my life, secrets weep.
Cherishing the love I receive, so pure,
For it has nurtured my heart, made me endure.
Connections formed, both fleeting and true,
Temporary yet profound, they colored my view.
In the arms of strangers, I found solace and grace,
Learning that love's essence can transcend time and space.
But destiny had another chapter to reveal,
A pain so profound, my heart couldn't conceal.
My own child, my innocent love so near,
Taken away, my soul shattered, consumed by fear.
Words fail to capture this profound ache,
That consumed my being, my love at stake.
But in the depths of this darkness, a flame did ignite,
A mother's love, unwavering, fierce, and bright.
Through trials and tears, forgiveness emerged,
Resilience blossomed, as my spirit surged.
The strength of a parent's love, it knows no bounds,
When circumstances conspire, hope still resounds.
Now, a voice I've become, speaking for the silenced,
A pillar of support, for the misunderstood, the silenced.
Through hardship, transformation did arise,
A lens of compassion, unveiling new skies.
Witness, then, my renaissance, my rebirth,
A warrior of the heart, determined, gifting worth.
For my story is not just my own, it intertwines,
With countless others, through these troubled times.
Together, let us unite, extend our embrace,
Creating a community, built on love and grace.
A future we're destined to rewrite,
Where lost souls are illuminated, with radiant light.
So, let us join hands, bound by our shared plight,
Redefining the narrative, with all our might.
For every scar carried, a story to reclaim,
Together, we can heal, and forever change
©opheliazo
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