I wrote this poem in January 2024 as another inspired by so many who are making a choice to make a major transition in their life – out of a life of abuse and into the future.
I had been living in danger and under control of a louse
Then I happened to find support in this house
From living with abuse and in fear of being hit
My life was unbearable, and more than I’d admit
To live a life where the choice to submit was the best
Meant to having my movement and voice both oppressed
After speaking quietly to a neighbour and a friend
I had reached the decision to no longer just fend
Behind the scenes, I began planning to leave
To find a safe place that would grant me reprieve
I only needed space for my two kids and I
Shelter and protection from unwanted eyes
I found this house, and was able to move
And but a few days later, there is no more to prove
We are free to make noise whenever we want
And even eat for breakfast, chocolate croissant
It’s been a long while since we’ve been so free
From waking to sleeping, life has more glee
Safe and secure, we can now look ahead
With hope and choices, and no longer dread
While transition is tough, and life is uncertain
We are no longer living behind a deadly curtain
We are free to dream and realize our potential
With no limits on our growth being exponential