Invisible battlefield
Illuminating the hidden struggles of chronic pain
Ache, a relentless companion in my days,
Burdensome weight, woven into life's maze.
Cruelly concealed, this invisible pain,
Dwells within, where only I can explain.
Enduring each moment, a silent strife,
Fighting the battles, hidden from plain sight.
Gritting my teeth, a brave face I display,
Holding my ground, despite the pain's foray.
Invisible tendrils, gripping my core,
Juxtaposing agony, with a smile I wore.
Keeping up appearances, a daily chore,
Living with this pain, evermore.
My body, a canvas, etched with despair,
Navigating life's path, with ceaseless care.
Overwhelming fatigue, a constant woe,
Pain's unwelcome presence, it continues to grow.
Quietly yearning for a respite, a release,
Reclaiming moments of solace, inner peace.
Struggling, yet resilient, I persevere,
Treasuring the glimmers of hope that appear.
Unseen, yet undeniably real,
Vexing and wearying, an arduous ordeal.
With strength, I face the battles I fight,
Xeroxing courage, in the darkest of nights.
Yearning for understanding, empathy's grace,
Zealously advocating, standing in my place.
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