Mending

For a very dear and important friend of mine.

Thrashed, beaten, abused.

Hit, struck, battered.

Yet you still stand strong.

Your heart ripped to shreds.

Scarred for life.

Bruises and cuts heal with time.

Your emotional bruises won't.

All I hope is that they will fade.

I pray for you.

I pray that the hurt will go.

I pray that you someday be happy.

I pray that you will find some small measure of peace.

You have always been there for me.

Understanding, believing, trusting.

Helping, soothing, comforting.

I hope one day I will be able to do the same for you.

You are free now.

Free from the clutches of evil.

Free from the beast that haunts you.

Freed.

A wonderful life awaits you.

A loving and supporting spouse.

Children that look up to you for guidance.

A blooming and prosperous career. 

Do not lose hope, for you have hope now.

From the depths of darkness you have escaped.

Moving toward the light you so desperately seek. 

Climbing the stairs of recovery.

You are mending.

Mending with time.

Reviews

[AK]

Brilliant poem! Absolutely stunning, Legolas! I love the soft, caring tone of the persona throughout the poem, talking about the harsh and cruel reality. The contrast in it really creates a vibrant feeling. It is truly one of the best poems you could write about another person. The third stanza, which talks about praying for the other person, is my favourite. Such a kind and divine thing to do, mildly stating the fact that the persona is in the habit of praying(and probably loves god too). Great and powerful write! Keep writing!

[Legolas]

Thank you so much! That means alot. Yes, praying is divine. I am a Christian if that answers your question and love God very much. Thank you. I will.

[AK]

Oh, I see:) so indeed your poem says a lot more than it seems to haha:) I'm not a Christian, but hey! I love god too.

[Legolas]

This is a beautiful write to one you really care for Legolas,
I find it so uplifting, wise and honest, hopeful even. I think the
The one you wrote this for, is very blessed with a friend or lover
Like you. Thank you for your beautiful words,

E.L.

[Legolas]

Thank you very much for your words. It is me that is lucky to have her.

I guess you're both so lucky :)

[Legolas]

I guess we are:)

[Enigma]

I agree. This is an uplifting piece, to be read by someone going through a difficult phase in life to keep on fighting for a better end. The scars will heal and hopefully, fade. The message is clear and is simple, you will mend and be whole again, "with time". Beautifully written, keep it up!

[Legolas]

Thanks so much!

[Isabelle Faye]

What can I say? Emotional, deep, dark, chilling, vivid, haunting, memorable, uplifting, spectacular, amazing, hopeful. Ways to describe the poem almost contradict themselves. Reading it, it took my breath away. It seems impossible but it manages to be all those things at once. The lines were enchanting, mesmerizing, drawing you into the story. It us beautifully written, every word picked with precision and care. You obviously put a lot of thought into the poem. I love it, the last line sealing the end with a promise of hope to come. Once again, wonderful job. 

[Legolas]

Thank you Isabelle. It means a lot.

[Isabelle Faye]

Your welcome.

[Isabelle Faye]

I'm glad you decided to post it, it deserves to be seen.

[Legolas]

Me too thanks:)

[....]

Such an emotional read. This tugs on yoru heart.
I like the last stanza though.

[Legolas]

Thanks

[Alm]

This is beautiful. :) I am sure that you have been a good friend to your friend by being there.

-Alm

[Legolas]

Thank you very much