The Mother's Poem
Original Story
I {~Name~}have spoke on my DV experience, and it was published in 2016.
Original Story
It is okay to take time out to cry, in the shower. It is okay to pray, when no one is looking. It is okay to smile, when someone gives you a compliment. It is okay to look in the mirror and say, I'm beautiful. It is okay to leave when you have said, enough is enough.
Healing means to me, knowing it's okay to take care of yourself first and not feel bad about it. It is okay to get the right help and say, "no, I am not having a good day today". Giving yourself permission to feel, except and try again.
I {~Name~}have spoke on my DV experience, and it was published in 2016.
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