Hard

it's hard to keep breathing when
you're around every corner
even when I close my eyes
it's your words in my ears

it's hard to keep walking when
you're clinging to my feet
and I can't help but let
the weight of you pull me back

it's hard to keep laughing when
your touch is always on me
and I can never leave that
hole you kept me chained in

it's hard to keep living when
your brand is on my skin
and I feel you weight on me
with every breath I take

it's hard, but I'm doing it
it hurts, but I'm trying my best
it's painful, but it's necessary
and it's made me stronger