In this life I can count the times that I've become enraged
It's not a feeling which assails me nor care to cultivate
I avoid confrontations and the toxic harshness they provoke
Steering clear of discord, anger and hate
closing my eyes to your darkness thinking I was safe
living in a painting of pastels
Drawn to your portrayal of virtue
fawning the gentleness and kindness you failed to posses
abusing my heart, my spirit, my naive servitude
I was trapped behind religious facade
no empathy, love or compassion to display
fooling yourself, others, but not my heart
Letting offenses go, giving you the benefit of doubt
'till the day that righteous indignation set me free
from the likes of you and your abuse
It's not my fault if you fail to see or admit
nor take your part of the blame
and learn from past mistakes
I'm finally thankful for the lesson, I choose to forgive
Greater instruction comes with much pain and gain
lots taught here, if you care to perceive
I'll take my part of the blame, "remove myself" and repent
I forgive, wish you well and turn the page
Thank you Lord, you have set me free!
Brilliant write! You express your feelings so beautifully with great wisdom and the answer is always to forgive and turn the page!
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What a title! " I Forgive and Turn the Page" Two of the hardest things to do. You are a brave strong Woman. Bless you and Thank You
Lyn, It has not been easy. But writing and time helps. Someone I thought was a good person and a friend, after some time her mask fell off, she turned out to be narcissistic and abusive. Thank God I'm free from her and the abuse. I'm healing and learning to love myself. Thank you.