Voiceless and silent
 my larynx choked
 I forced a word
 and mustered nothing 
 but a strangled cry
 no coherrance
 and no connection to me
 I lived
 only hearing others
 their voices insistent
 seemingly stronger
 I was not worthy of my voice
 UNTIL I WAS
 I cannot cohabit in my head
 with others
 this body and voice 
 is my own
 I found myself become stronger
 I found my voice 
 and my own story
 and the strength within myself
 My voice no longer falters
 or fails
 mine is distinct
 and loud
 I can shout above the din
 of a crowd
 I realise now that my voice
 was always my own
 I just forgot to own it
  
 I wrote this this morning, and I hope it makes people think about their own voices, strengths and rights. They all count as a collective- as part of our voice. 
  
 We are all strong, guys. We all have a voice, and IT IS and ALWAYS WILL BE STRONGER than our abuser. Don't ever forget it. 
 When they hoover, DO NOT let yours falter. 
 11,000 voices are one here- we are all examples of survival and strength. 
  
  
 
(((Hugs to all)))

  Lots of Love, Love Kyra xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
