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A Clarification

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By Kay HusnickPublished about a year ago 1 min read
A Clarification
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I read a poem today that said it is hard to look at someone when you know you destroyed them,

that this is why people disappear,

and I cannot put it any more clearly

you did not destroy me

no matter how much I may have thought you did once,

you never held that kind of power.

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Inspired by a poem by Stephanie Bennett-Henry.

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Kay Husnick

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  • L.I.Eabout a year ago

    Wow deep. Such a good realization. Excellent poem.

  • Mother Combsabout a year ago

    love this, Kay

  • Michelle Renee Kidwellabout a year ago

    Powerful...

  • Komalabout a year ago

    A perfect reclaiming of power! It's about taking back control, owning your strength, and realizing no one truly has the ability to destroy you. Such a powerful reminder of resilience and self-worth!

  • sleepy draftsabout a year ago

    This is a powerful perspective. 💗

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