Rewind the clock back to
Yesteryears
When life was simple
And love was our guide
Caught up in a fantasy
Shutting out reality
Creating our own truth
Never taking the time to examine
True motives
Questioning a journey
Two people together
Should be as one
Selfishness, disrespect
Distrust, hate, indifference
Grew into a cycle of abuse
Toxic love
Poison
Cherished words turned
Into curses
And the dream became
A nightmare
Thought I’d remain a victim
That was a lie
Behind the tears and the shame
I found my voice
Now I stand strong
I am strong and no more
Reminiscing