The Haunting Past

Before you entered my life
I was in such a strife
Everyday that passed by
Felt like a curse that never died
My laughter was fake
Smiles, I was forced to make
Every night I'd cry to sleep
Instead of dreaming, I would weep
My house was filled with hatred
Not once did I feel appreciated
The mornings started with screaming
The day ended with bleeding
I didn't feel like I had a family
I only saw them as my enemy
Not once did they show love
All they did was shove
And push me around
As if to watch me drown
They never rescued me from the dark
Or helped my broken heart
Living with them was like a disease
Contagiously evil and impossible to cease
But as I grew older
I became bolder
They no longer controlled me
For I was my own human being
Instead of running from my fears
And holding back my tears
I fought back and didn't give in
For I knew that was they only way to win
...but then i met you...
And my life became new
I no longer felt suffering
My family didn't bother me
They still argued and fought
But I no longer helped them rot
Every time they'd pick a fight
I'd smile and say "you're right'
You taught me to forgive
Because that's the way one should live
You taught me to smile
Even if in vile
You helped me to survive
In a time when I just wanted to die
I owe you more than money could buy
Because thanks to you, I am alive
All of those years of agony
Have turned into just a memory
I am now happy and content
With who I am, and how I went
From suicidal and crazy
To courageous and understanding
Goes to show, there really is more than the eye can see
Because each and everyone of us has a different history