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Words from Wounds
Complex Trauma Poetry


Your Mother
My dearest child, with eyes so bright I write these words to share my light Though you may not see them now I hope someday, somehow,...
Hannah L
Mar 232 min read


Son Christmas 2023
(Name Removed), my dear son, let me convey A poem of love, to brighten your day Life, my child, holds both struggle and grace But amidst...
Hannah L
Mar 143 min read


Regular Show
The screen, “Regular Show” plays A familiar tune, in nostalgic ways Memories of laughter, of joy and glee Of a little boy, so full of...
Hannah L
Feb 32 min read


Scrambled Eggs
At 7 years old, I tried my best To make my mother proud I cracked the eggs and whisked them well Excitement ringing loud I cooked them up...
Hannah L
Jan 263 min read


Restriction
Old news at this point But still a heavy weight I had to take a step To protect my heart from fate Restricting you on messenger Was a...
Hannah L
Jan 132 min read


My Cousin and I
Oh, the secrets that linger in the air As my mother and uncle sat in despair In the basement, where memories dwell And stories of their...
Hannah L
Jan 123 min read


How Many Times?
How many times must a child flee Before their cries are heard How many scars must they bear Before their pain is observed I ran away from...
Hannah L
Jan 114 min read


Not Stolen
In the web of friendships, a tangled retreat A borrowed car, a tale of deceit Too much traffic, a road filled with lies Betrayal lurks...
Hannah L
Dec 7, 20242 min read


Dear (Name Removed)
I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible support...
Hannah L
Dec 5, 20243 min read


Dear (Name Removed)
In childhood’s embrace, (Name Removed), dear friend Our memories etched, timeless blend From mischief’s lens, we captured delight In...
Hannah L
Nov 30, 20243 min read


Are You There My Love?
In a world of fleeting glances, she stands tall A woman of grace, yearning to give her all Unclaimed by the bonds of marital vow Her...
Hannah L
Nov 29, 20243 min read
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