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Self harm MAG

August 18, 2013
By Bexapottamus GOLD, Houston, Texas
Bexapottamus GOLD, Houston, Texas
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Favorite Quote:
"Get better, not bitter."


A smile like a sickness,
Do you even feel anymore?
Skin once so clean,
Now you can't scrub it off.
Marks of the past
Visible today
Scars from stubborn pain
Faded to stay.


The author's comments:
This is about how I dealt with my depression. It takes a harsh look at anybody who self harms, but I personally am more sympathetic to those who suffer the same addiction as me.

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on Sep. 23 2014 at 4:44 pm
megthepoet ELITE, Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Favorite Quote:
"We know what we are, but not what we may be" - Shakespeare

amazing poem, I can relate to this so much. Thank you for sharing.

on Jul. 18 2014 at 1:27 pm
EmilytheBelleofA. DIAMOND, Athens, Georgia
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Favorite Quote:
To love is to be vulnerable; Triumph is born out of struggle; We notice shadows most when they stand alone in the midst of overwhelming light.

So sad, yet it's amazing. I hope people learn from this poem, that they're still a treasure even if they do or used to do self-harm. I can relate to this somehow. It has a connection to me for some reason. Keep on!!! You're a wonderful writer, a treasure!!! ^_^ thank you, for sharing this!!!