New Me

 You did not defeat me

For a year I let you
You imprisoned me in my home
Made me scared of my shadowYou took away what I had left
You took away my safety
My love, my joy, even my hope
I let you control me
You weren’t even here

Now I can come out
Let my wings spread
Not be afraid
For you made me stronger
Made me a teacher
Even an advocate

For you thought you broke me
You once did
Now i have my wings
I can fly
Fly farther than before
Fight harder and longer

So thank you for the damage
For I am a new me
You no longer have control

Written: April 2017