Shh

Shh

A Poem by Kaylie

Our scars cry louder than the loudest of cries
The blood drips to the floor, hiding the pain.
We try to keep it secret, use long sleeves as disguise
We're stuck to this addiction, a nonstop train

Soon you run out of skin
You've scarred your stomach, legs, and arms
What is it you expect to win?
The razor is the perfect little charm

We keep ourselves secluded
And hide our obvious hurt
Alcohol won't dilute it,
HA! I'll take these cuts over wearing a skirt

Remember as you slice away
The pain that you may cause
Though we believe there's no other way
Let me hear a round of applause!

The blood will drip, the razors will slice, it won't make a sound
A pretty little picture drawn in red
Be careful not to slice too deep, or you may end up in the ground


Somedays I worry for my fate,
and others, I'm not so concerned...

© 2013 Kaylie


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I *really* like the first line "Our scars cry louder than the loudest of cries". That says it all.
And I like the image of "A pretty little picture drawn in red" with the ugliness of the scars and cutting described as 'pretty' .. damn, forgotten what that technique is called, but it is very effective there.

Posted 10 Years Ago


I really like this. Stay strong,

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

I like this.. The darker side of writing has an appeal to me. Thank you for sharing

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

The habit of cutting is such a dangerous one and deeply sad.For you to only feel better by hurting yourself is such a strange concept.You have written this very well.Great piece:)

Posted 10 Years Ago


2 of 2 people found this review constructive.


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Added on December 15, 2013
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Tags: self harm, cutting, depression, recovery

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Kaylie
Kaylie

South Portland, ME



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Hello everyone! I am Kaylie, and I'm currently in the process of figuring out who I am, what I want, and how I want my life to be. I'm a very kind soul, an open person. I survive in this world with te.. more..

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