In the quiet of my heart, a promise takes its place,
To live in peace, our family in pieces, I’ll find my space.
With eyes set on tomorrow, I’ll rise above the pain,
Transforming scars to strength, like sunshine after rain.

Though shadows whisper doubts, and the past tries to bind,
I’ll embrace my true potential, leave the hurt behind.
A mother, a student, a writer with a voice,
I’ll show the world my power, I’ll take back my choice.

To those who said I couldn’t, I’ll prove them all wrong,
With every step I take, I’ll grow steadfast and strong.
Though tremors once held me, I’ll stand with grace anew,
Facing the abuser, I’m ready to break through.

No fear will hold me captive, no chains will keep me down,
With faith as my armor, I’ll wear my courage crown.
For no matter their intentions, in darkness they may spin,
I’ll rise and shine forever, for I will never let them win.

Two years, two years, the battle I fought,

For a piece of my heart, a treasure I sought.

She left home as my little girl, pure and bright,

Now she’s a shadow, a flicker of light.

I only know her now through the posts that she shares,

Once, social media felt like a snare.

My heart aches as the days drift away,

Yet, with time’s gentle passage, I find less dismay.

I’ve seen her siblings be embraced by their baby sister,

Approaching two, she laughs and sings,

Unaware of the pain that her absence still brings.

Three children laugh, their laughter like song,

Their pieces together, where they all belong.

Yet deep in my heart, a truth I still see,

No matter the joy, I will always be missing a piece of me.

A piece of my soul was swept away,

Two years, two years,

He stole a piece that day.