Krysten,
I have no idea why this doesn't have any comments, because it is actually a really good piece...so I am saying to anyone reading this as passing, read the poem!

I am not always a fan of the rhyme due to the fact that it is restricted and the flow needs to be spot on and not feel forced as such...as though you tried too hard, BUT this piece flowed almost flawlessly, and the rhymes were simple yet the piece was really moving and strong with the rhymes.

The story behind this is a sad one and one that breaks my heart but also one of strength and hope towards the end.
It really annoys me when people are judged without being spoken to or being known, because what we see on the outside isn't always the full story and sometimes it is a cover for something else, something that no-one can understand.

If I have to critique and I really don't like doing this on such personal pieces, but I feel it is needed here in a sense that the poem itself is really good, and therefore the punctuation lets it down...try and tidy it up a little, making sure capital letters are all up to scratch and in place, which helps with the sight from the reader, and doesn't distract from the piece.

This piece really was a joy to read, and was heart breaking in it's story, and made me feel for you...stay strong, and walk tall, be proud of yourself :)

x