My Voice

His Reign

His Reign



Scalding words spew forth.
Blistered self esteem bubbles.
Scars reopen.

I wilt beneath your glare.
Damp hair glues to my face.

my thin skin, never thick enough
 to ward off the chill, left
  after each downpour.

You smirk, and toss me a towel.



Mary



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