Poetry

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She’s afraid and ashamed
Entrapped and enraged
Held against her will, looking for a change

But she can’t escape
Despite the pain and no gain
Her fear keeps her detained

Watching herself deteriorate
She screams on the inside
She’s irate, held captive in her mind

Looking for a break
Someone or something to aid her
Since she herself feels too weak to bother

Left feeling hopeless and alone
Despite many interactions
She has yet to feel true satisfaction

Where’s hope and love she asks
While left dealing with demeaning tasks
She deserves better, a way to get back on the right track

Far too many out there endure similar
Hidden away from the public eye
Methods varying significantly, all encaged like a prisoner

Sad to know how vast it is
While the majority are taking things for granted
They continue to feel emptiness implanted

Wake up to those that surround you
Symbols and signs constantly shine through
It’s just a matter of noticing them, so progress can ensue

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