Wow Sherry, I found myself reading this a few times, I enjoy your writing so much, though I wish there was more happiness. The line that is mentioned above in Kristen`s comment is one that stays with a reader for all time, it is rare when that happens. Thanx for writing this and sharing more about yourself. Tim

WOAH... Deep and meaningful! Just like Kristen I got goosebumps when I read "Look around, do you see your name on any of my memories"... Man that is deep, words that could cut a soul in half. Enjoyed the read...

ps... Thought I would check out your work before we did the collab. Glad I did too :)

First of all, Thank you my kind lady for the welcome, and may I say that I'm but a humble poet compared to this wonderful piece you have written.

To endure abuse requires a lot of strength and for you to muster is, that shows me how strong a personality you are. and sorry if I may sound rude, but you deserve far better and should forget about your ex and live life to the fullist, for that that does not kill you, only makes you stronger, and that which I see as a strong lady... no let me rephrase it, a strong warrior who never let her sword fall down.

I kindly thank you for the welcoming.

I enjoyed this poem a lot... i have written a poem called..Falling Leaves. Check it out sometimes. Nature can heal any broken heart, remember life has many seasons and so if ur not prepared for the change, then you will never find your way to live and laugh happily.

Powerfully optimistic! I really admire that. Through it all you've kept a positive outlook, truly awesome.
I adore the first line of the last stanza, it added a very nice touch to the entire poem.
Take care and keep it up~Holly

Very deep and powerful. It is very clearly written.

one thing though in the line:
"Awaken by the rustlings of my young
" should "young" maybe be "youth"?

5/5

Wow... Another great write! 5/5 I love how you compare your life to that of the oak tree. I was just drawing comparisons this morning on my way in to work with leaves to lives... and now I have a complete imagery after reading your poem. I have read your earlier work. I am happy to read a new chapter of your life and that new buds are now growing on this mighty oak tree. :o)

Amazing poem ! breath taking & v well written
5/5
love
amy

As I was reading, I was wishing I could have tied a yellow ribbon around it for you. Nice job!

It does eem very stressed.
But still very descriptive.
~Emah