I pull together the parts of me
Hidden and safe from those who may see
I find some glue and pretend I knew
That shy shattered little girl of my youth
I put myself back together
like a broken china doll
a million shards of porcelain surround me as I fall
I gather up increments of myself
there is life in these tiny pieces
And if you look close enough the glimmer of a soul will spark
I repaint her tiny eyes
so that they remain open, aware and wide
The cracks remain like tiny veins
Their little voice is what remains
Whisper in my porcelain ear
Steel yourself from past flaws
Know that you are a beautiful china doll
Do not let the evil prevail
Release yourself from their jail
The derelict are ignorant and stale
Return to your former state
Before their hurtful words of hate