Redemption

Among the many broken promises of change, the neverending torment of threats and acts of violence, I gather up the withered scraps of my courage.

My heart, bearing the weight of a thousand memories, each one a glaring reminder of danger normalized over many years. Moments that became woven into my veins, a darkness deep enough to eclipse the sun.

With fear and panic gnawing at my resolve, its icy fingers gripping my very soul, I dare to dream. Forgotten strength floods my thoughts, calling out my name.

Faltering steps as I approach the edge. Each step echoes past...