Moving Forward

I look in the mirror

Who am I

Am I a scared little girl

Am I a victim of abuse

Devastated and troubled

I used to think I was

I used to think that was my identity

That was the reflection I would see

But then I met you

And you changed me

You helped me see who I really am

Who I could be

A strong woman

A survivor

Proud and secure

So you taught me

And showed me

Through laughter and tears

Not to let my past define me

But to define it on my own terms

To hold the cards

And play the game

And be the boss in life

But then you left me

I cried and despaired

Who would show me now

Who would lead me

Take my hand as we carve a path

For ourselves in this crazy world

It was a tragic goodbye

No questions allowed

No time for answers

I prayed

And I hoped

Maybe one day you'll return

For that is my only comfort

That one day you will take heed of your own advice

Listen to your heart

Trust your instincts

Live life to the fullest

And acknowledge your feelings

Don't let your past define you

We all have a history

So lets forget what happened

Take my hand and we will walk together

Only moving forward