Scars

battle with life

Scars,

Depression's favorite calling cards

A constant reminder that life is hard

They're who you were, not who you are

Some come from cuts, mine were burns

And every single one was earned

A sort of punishment for every sin

A temporary medicine

It was the easiest way to kill my thoughts

And all the pain that they had brought

But one day I realized, I was a new man

It was no longer easy to force my hand

I dropped that life, and walked out the door

Because it wasn't for me, no not anymore

I'm no longer ashamed, I wear them with pride

they're all on display, I have nothing to hide

Because with every scar, and with every burn

There comes a story, and a lesson I've learned

So next time you see me, take a good look

Lift up my arm, and read through my book

 

Reviews

[koty bell]

I can also relate to this we all have scars some worse then others some give us strength and teach us life lessons some were really hurtful and we just wanna forget them
.but they also make us who we are..this was amazing..have been going through some Tough stuff lately ur poem helped me cope a bit thx man

[David Burke]

Always happy to help bro and thank you for this review I loving knowing that i'm able to reach out to people and being told that I am helps me know what i'm doing is worth while

[koty bell]

Glad u feel that way..in a weird way this helped me cope a little bit.ur a solid writer man keep up the good work!

[David Burke]

thank you so much!!

[Nicole Williams]

Wow, this is dark, and at the very same time its inspiring to see how the narrator can be so powerful towards the end. Absolutely beautiful.

[David Burke]

Thank you, I appreciate it :)

[Nicole Williams]

no problem, ^__^ cant wait to read more of your work

[hmarieee]

This poem is amazing. I am speechless. It was very nicely written and I can relate to it very much.
-hannahmarie xo

[David Burke]

thanks :) I'm glad you enjoyed it and if you'd ever like someone to vent to don't hesitate to message me

[hmarieee]

Same to you hun.

[David Burke]

thanks lol

[Laura Harrison]

As a former self-harmer, this poem really hits home, you did an excellent job of describing what it's like to self harm. And I love the last line so much! :)

[David Burke]

Thanks :) I'm glad I was able to reach out to you and I know how hard it can be to stop just remember to always be proud of who you are no matter anyone says

[Chris]

It takes time to find your "strength" and will power to keep it. Good strong and hope-full poem.

[David Burke]

thanks, I know exactly what you mean

[I Am Svetlana]

I loved this! It tells such a powerful and exquisite story that I can fully relate to. I have been self-harming for about 5 years on and off, mainly cutting, but I burned every now and again too. At times I am ashamed of my scars, but continue to defend them if people ask because they are a part of me. A part of a struggle I go through every day. A struggle that approaches and offers itself to me, but I do my best to turn away and move onto something else that is not so...beastly. It is possible to recover and overcome it, but doesn't one get sick and tired of relapsing and constantly having to recover and start over? When will they reach the limit on how much they can and want to recover?

[David Burke]

well I found my way to recovery by reaching out to people telling my story and trying to help other avoid the same fate reaching out to people that you know will listen is the greatest thing you can do I wish you the best on your journey to recovery and never forget there is someone out there who cares even if it doesn't seem like they're there and also happiness starts with a smile so remember to keep doing that as well I hope you have a wonderful day and rest of your life :)

[I Am Svetlana]

Thank you, that means a lot! And I am glad that you write to reach out to those who feel lost, to prove that there is hope for them out there and that they are not alone. I will hopefully do well in my recovery, just gotta take it one day at a time and not rush it.

[David Burke]

Anytime hun I'm always here for those who need me

[I Am Svetlana]

How sweet! I will be sure to keep in touch :)

[David Burke]

sound good to me lol

[falling_toxic_rain]

this is great, knowing so many friends who have gone through this i feel as if this peom is a great portrayal.
Overall, it has a great flow and great emotion.
Stay strong,
-rain

[David Burke]

Thanks that really means a lot :)

[falling_toxic_rain]

no problem. ^^ keep writing

[David Burke]

Don't worry I will lol

[Sarah Lynn]

Amazing , as usual! Im just going to put all your poems in my library . I love them all . So filled with emotion.

[David Burke]

you make me feel so good about myself lol it helps with my writing so thank you so much!!

[Sarah Lynn]

Well you deserve it ! So you're very welcome !

[David Burke]

believe it or not reading your work inspires me a lot it allows me to look deeper into my soul, it's very moving

[Sarah Lynn]

I feel like we're on the same wave length , i just feel the exact same way you do . We're so similar

[David Burke]

I agree lol and it's an amazing feeling I must say

[Sarah Lynn]

Lol Indeed !(: Just made another new poem myself . Check it out if you want

[David Burke]

You know I'm gonna lol :P

[Sarah Lynn]

Of course (: lol

[Tennessee]

I like how you say it was who you were not who you are. I'm glad you wear them with pride and don't try to hide it, it says a lot. Good work, I like how you wrote it, connecting everything together.

[David Burke]

Thanks :) that means alot