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Love reigns no more
Only
Detachment
Anger
Abuse
Shame
Sorrow
Best to become invisible
But how?
You are found
When hiding, hushed and haunted
You are seen
When cowering, curled and confused
Backlash may be immediate, indifferent, inhumane
Best to become invisible
But how?
Leave.
Author's note: If you are in an abusive relationship, please do consider leaving. Seek help. Call 1-800-96-Abuse (1-800-962-2873.)
About the Creator
Julie Lacksonen
I'm a soon-to-be retired music educator. This is my 40th and final year at the same school. I enjoy writing, reading, walking, swimming, and spending time with family.
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