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This is My Truth

For My Truth Must Be Told.

By Carol Ann TownendPublished 2 years ago β€’ 1 min read
This is My Truth
Photo by Michael Carruth on Unsplash

I'm that girl;

The one who carries hidden scars from the past,

Hidden scars from past bruises on the body, soul,

And mind.

I'm that girl;

The one who speaks honestly about her pain,

Only to find herself walking alone in the rain.

Im that girl,

The one who suffered in silence;

While they used me as a physical human

Punchbag, and a mental one too.

While they;

The ones who were supposed to help me,

Left me suffering deep wounds,

Deep scars;

Things a person can't just forget.

I'm that girl,

The one who suffered alone with

her truth;

While everyone denied it,

Tried to manipulate her into not speaking it;

By filling her head with lies,

Telling her she's mental,

And saying "It never happened."

Let me tell you;

Whether you like it or not,

I am that girl;

And today, I am this girl,

Trapped between womanhood,

And childhood,

Because of an abusive past, I never asked for.

I am that girl.

And,

This is my truth;

For my truth must be told.

heartbreakMental Healthslam poetrysocial commentary

About the Creator

Carol Ann Townend

I'm a writer who doesn't believe in sticking with one niche.

My book Please Stay! is out now

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  • Toby Heward2 years ago

    We all have times like that where we take the brunt of everything and have to face reality. A good story for those who struggle. Thank you.

  • Mariann Carroll2 years ago

    Very relatable but I learn to advocate for myself until someone listen to my truth . Sending you hugs ! πŸ’•

  • Manisha Dhalani2 years ago

    Another beautiful piece, Carol.

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