Hurt lingered here,
deep within my heart,
as loyalty and misery
Tore me apart.

Disappointment ate away,
Devouring my every thought,
As the angry words replayed over
after the battles we fought.

My mind was forever searching
and looking for clues,
hoping to find the source
Of the anguish in you.

Time is unforgiving,
But I will choose to forgive,
I'll never forget the torment,
Yet I'll learn to truly live.

My scars tell their stories,
Some you may never see,
The pain is not easily forgotten
but it no longer defines me.

I am fortunate and free,
I've finally moved on.
Peace is now with me,
As I emerge brave and strong.

Lizzie Bevis