Stories past and dreams unwound
Emptied vessel to keep you safe
How deep the world wounds
These shameful scars
These shameful scars
Hide from the pain with all your cloaks
Cover up, block it out
Move down the track and smile for them all
These hidden scars
These hidden scars
Pull off the mask
Allow the waves as they come
The scarlet embers glow
These important scars
These important scars
They shape me
They strengthen me
They tell my story
They tether me to others
These strong scars
These strong scars
Crimson, scarlet, faded, or new
These scars are you
These scars are you
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Eileen Grimes
Eileen Grimes is a parenting author, mother of two, and trained educator dedicated to helping parents build loving bonds with their children. Her book, The Us Journal, fosters open, heartfelt communication between parents and children.
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