Silent Screams
Things You Can't Say Out Loud
Hold it in.
Don't say it.
It's too painful.
You want it heard
You want to scream it.
It aches within you
to shout it for all to hear.
But it's dangerous.
Perhaps...
just a murmur,
barely heard by passersby?
Perhaps just a whisper
perceived as an echo of the wind?
Perhaps just a pointed finger,
silent screams held within?
No.
You must not be perceived as an accuser,
Lest you suffer backlash,
Lest others judge,
holding you accountable
as the victim.
Wait...
You are the victim.
You...
are the victim.
Where is your justice?
It's time
for him to fall.
Scream it
Shout it
Let it all out.
He shouldn't hurt you
Ever
Again
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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