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Stronger Now

So many years in therapy To find my peace and clarity Imprinted on my memory Are things I do not wish to see They don’t fade as bruises do Forever there and stuck like glue But don’t you grasp dear what you have done I’m stronger now , you haven’t won I’m healing slowly from what you dictated And just you see what I created I used your hatred , now I’m free And turned it into poetry Unleashed my trauma into words And as I do anxiety curbs Until I’m empty I will write Release my anger, rage and spite Ridding it from all that’s ugly And weave it something lovely And if these words can serve my kind A purpose you have helped me find

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James Inman

Date: 10/13/2019 2:19:00 PM

Whatever your reason for writing I'm enjoying reading your poems and the obvious talent you show in writing them. May I suggest, when you are ready, check out the "Types Of Poems" link at the top of the page. It gives definitions on a variety of different forms that may help you develop your talent even more. Don't let them intimidate you, there are a lot. Many are rhyming forms that would work well with your style such as quatrains and sonnets.

Elaine Perrin
Date: 10/17/2019 7:06:00 AM

Thank you so much James for all your lovely comments and yes I Will do that at some point soon. There is so much I need to learn! I have entered some and have done quite well but will keep at it. Thank you again for the feedback and guidance :-) x

James Inman
Date: 10/13/2019 2:20:00 PM

You might even want to enter a contest if you haven't already. I wouldn't be surprised to see you win one.

Damian Keady

Date: 10/10/2019 6:58:00 PM

Until I’m empty I will write Release my anger, rage and spite Ridding it from all that’s ugly And weave it something lovely ..So Powerful.. So right... never ever give up the fight... I am loving your poems EP.. best wishes and keep holding your head up high.. DAMO x .. well done you!

Elaine Perrin
Date: 10/13/2019 7:58:00 AM

I’m so glad to hear you are enjoying my poetry. Thank you so much for your encouraging words :-) x