It's The Story

There’s only one story that peoples heard about
It’s the story where I didn’t talk, scream or shout
It’s the story where I was quiet, indecisive and confused
It’s the story where I trusted men, and got abused
It’s the story where I was belittled and choked
It’s the story where I was left alone and broke
It’s the story where I was accepted and denied
It’s the story where I was hit, left with bruises on my sides
It’s the story where if I didn’t do what I was told, I’d get punished
I’m away from all these men, and still, my punishment is unfinished
Because I’m the girl who never said anything
Because I’m the girl who never told my truth
I was scared what honesty would have to bring
Because I’m the girl who was crying alone in a corner booth
I’ve been taken advantage of, I’ve been where most girls are
I’ve been where most people live, and yet we hide from afar
I’ve been taken to the extreme, where no one else can see
This story is true and it’s mine and I can’t be set free
Because this story isn’t finished, it’s only just begun with me

Stephanie Davis
May 2021