I am an Independent Being
Strong
Independent
Brave
Undefeated
All words I sought to correctly describe myself
They were true definitions until you introduced yourself
I thought I had it great
The glass slipper fit
But behind the castle gates where no one could see
You put your hands on me
You broke me in pieces
Left me on the floor to clean your violent scene
In public the cuts and bruises hidden by clothing
Each move granting me a look that instills fear in me
My strength, confidence, and self-esteem diminished in your every waking moment
Replaced by self-loathing, shattered dreams, a broken soul
Love fled this relationship once you put those first tears in my eyes
And deep inside the walls no one can hear my screams and cries
For even if they did it's too late I'll save myself
I am an independent being