These poems were not written from imagination.

They were written from survival.

Every piece shared here holds parts of my story, my pain, my healing, my darkness and the pieces of myself I fought to rebuild.

Some poems were written in moments of heartbreak.

Some during trauma.

Some during healing.

And some during the moments I nearly gave up completely.

My poetry is raw, emotional and deeply personal because healing itself is not polished or perfect.

These words speak about trauma, grief, PTSD, survival, motherhood, abuse, healing, love, loss and learning how to keep breathing after life tried to silence me.

If my words make you feel understood, seen or less alone, then they have already served their purpose.

Amanda Kill ©