Where I'm From

I am from abuse and dysfunction

Home to home

I am from beatings, rape, and demeaning words

That makes u feel so alone

I am from tears, fears, and screaming

All night long

I am from hospitals, padded rooms,

And drugs to make u calm

I am from medication, no escape

And pealed paint on the walls

I am from struggle, happiness,

Fear and strength

I am from hopeless thoughts

No way out, any escape

I am from many schools, teachers,

Friends and classmates

I am from four high schools

Where friends don’t last

I am from Grandmother and Granddad

Toasted Marshmallows, hot chocolate

And singing songs

I am from a fireplace with burning logs

Brought in from the cold winter nights

You could say I’m from the bad

But I will turn myself good

The past is gone

And my future is bright