*Content Warning: This piece has references to addiction and abuse, which may be triggering to some.
Hoping it will stop.
Love.
Hoping it will change.
Love.
Hoping they will change get help.
Love.
Waist deep in wet sand.
Addiction.
Heart pounding out of chest.
Addiction.
Can barely breath.
Addiction.
Locking up your belongings.
Addiction.
Hands wrapped around your neck.
Addiction.
Face smashed against the bed.
Addiction.
Fingers pressed against your lips.
Addiction.
Can’t find your voice.
Addiction.
Toes off the ground.
Addiction.
Searching for something to grab.
Addiction.
Wondering if the words shouted at you are true.
Addiction.
Looking in the mirror, not recognizing who you see.
Abuse.
Trapped, not sure how to find your way out.
Abuse.
Trying so hard to find your voice.
Abuse.
Having the courage to leave.
Strength.
Re-finding your voice.
Freedom.