The first time was labelled a mistake,
The second- a slip of the fist;
The third time was claimed due to fatigue,
By the fourth, I was used to it.
The fifth time, I filled up a complaint,
But withdrew, only for a sixth to occur.
By the seventh- I wiped off the blood stain,
Cold packs and analgesics would do.
The eight time, I felt oh so grateful,
There were no blood, just minor bruises.
The ninth time, I looked at the mirror,
at a person, I no longer knew.
The 10th, the 11th, the 12th time-
And my memories can no longer count;
The first time, He labelled it a mistake,
And I was blind to see It was a choice.
A choice… not a slip of the fist.
Hello everyone, I would like to apologise for my absence. Currently writing my finals, finishing soon though. I wish I could write and post and read your works, but there is only 24 hours In a day and at this point, every minute counts… will be back soon
well written (Y)
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So poignant!!!
Wishing you the best in your Finals!!
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Got to set your priorities Ameena. All the best in your finals, and we’ll still be here when you get back into blogging! 🙂
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Wow, this was one hell of a piece. Very well written, and I certainly hope you are not a part of this.
Take care of your school work, we will all be here waiting to come back. 🙂 🙂
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Well written! And all the best for your finals!
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Thank you very much Nathi… it went great 😄
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Glad to hear that!
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If you write infrequently and produce works such as this we will have no problem
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Thank you very much Sir, I appreciate it
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wow. this is such a gem. the creativity. the flow. this is epic!
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Aww thank you Rosema
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Excellent
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Thank you 😊
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It is my pleasure
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Hi
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That was so powerful and moving. I’m so sorry you’ve lived that experience. Sometimes we take a bit longer to see the reality and that’s our journey x
Best of luck in your finals! I’ve been looking at new blogs and have chosen to nominate you for The Mystery Blogger Award. No pressure or time restraints!
http://familyfurore.com/mental-illness/the-mystery-blogger-award-2/
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