Prelude

I’ve placed many episodes of the past
behind me. Now, I’m receiving constant reminders
of mistakes, heartbreaks, and headaches.
The devil is really up to something irrelevant today.

Chapter 1

I’m thinking of past relationships and how I felt
back then. I hope these men are okay,
and I wish them all the best, but I’ve moved on from
the madness. And I plan to keep my sanity in check.

Chapter 2

Growing up, my family drummed it in my head
that I was not worth a penny. For many years,
I carried that grudge like a piece of luggage,
but I’ve since forgiven them. I’ve transformed
my mind frame to a more confident state.

Chapter 3

Often, I think about the abortion I had
many years ago, it was my biggest regret overall.
“What was I thinking?” plagues my mind,
but I have since forgiven myself and refuse
to hold myself hostage for another second.
I’ve moved on and learned a painful lesson.

Epilogue

I’ve broken those invisible chains.
I’m not a prisoner of my experiences.