I've finally come to a point in my life
Where I won't be held back by the pain and the strife
Of wounds that I suffered so long ago
Deep slashes and cuts from reality's knife
The nightmarish memories will linger though
Painful reminders of fate's wicked blows
Now I know just how strong that I can be
These scars are the remnants and that's what they show
The future is bright up ahead I see
Stepping out toward that light, that is the key
To leave the past behind and start moving on
Keep walking that way and soon I'll be free
©mcassaro
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