By: A Survivor Not a VictimMay 10, 2016 Smile so bright and eyes so blue.On the outside she looks happy, but no one knew.That inside, she was numb, broken and subdued,Boundless afflictions torment beyond her control;Leaving feelings of blackness and decay in the depths of her soul.But no one will know…For she hides behind her … Continue reading Almost Gone
Category: Poems
By: A Survivor Not a VictimApril 25, 2016 This tortured mind of mine won't rest. Anxiety, depression, and thoughts of terror possessed. Repulsive memories flash through my mind, In bits and pieces discombobulated and intertwined. Days are dark, and nights grow blacker, Leaving me breathless, restless, and feeling sadder. With each passing night, the … Continue reading Tortured Mind
By: A Survivor Not a VictimApril 11, 2016 You violated my body, deep down to the depths of my soul. You didn't care that I said no and that I would never sleep with you. How long have you been planning this? I don't know. You're mad because the court removed you from the apartment, … Continue reading Life Continues to be Impacted by my Rapist
By: A Survivor Not a VictimMarch 31, 2016 Who am I? For this, I don't know anymore.But I am a woman who refuses to remain silent, that's for sure.I was never one to back down in defeatBut the extent of your all-encompassing deceit,I am powerless to educe justice for the crime that occurred.And how could … Continue reading Who Am I
By: A Survivor Not a VictimMarch 26, 2016 I HATE MYSELF RIGHT NOW! I JUST WANT TO SHUT MY BRAIN OFF!!! I hate what you did to me. I hate how I feel. I hate how I can't sleep. I hate how I can't eat. I hate that I get flashbacks. And images of your … Continue reading I HATE MYSELF RIGHT NOW
By: A Survivor Not a VictimMarch 25, 2016 I'm not scared of wolves.It's the wolves in sheep's clothing, I fear.Feigned, conniving, and deceitful is the true essence they hideBut with wolves, you see their true nature, no shame, no apologies, no lies.You are a wolf in sheep's clothing,The lowest of the low.What you deserve is … Continue reading Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing
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