a year ago, i longed for the taste of happiness

a year ago, i let tears burn down my cheeks

a year ago, i clenched my fingers against the sheets

a year ago, i watched as the life of me disappear with a breath

a year ago, i stared at the mirror with blood stains

a year ago, my voice shook with your name as i called for you

a year ago, i called for you and you didn’t answer

a year go, my lips quivered for the touch of yours

but, that was a year ago

and now,

i am free.

By Ivy