Alone

The world is spinning round and round.

I can't go up, only down.

I'm plunging further and further into the dark abyss,

Cave-like darkness surrounding me.

The loneliness is like razor blades to my wrists.

The pain I feel can't be expressed.

I'm screaming for help, but no one hears.

I'm alone in the world, full of fear.

When will the light shine through?

I need some hope, I need to breathe.

The light is gone.

I need it back. Why won't it come back?

I'm running fast, I'm running far.

My legs are shaking, my body trembling.

I force myself further and further into the dark,

But there is nowhere to go and nowhere to hide.

It's a never-ending path of fear and loneliness.

I need to stay strong, I need to be brave.

I won't allow you to take what is not yours.

I'm pushing further, harder, stronger, and faster than before.

I won't be alone.

Never again.

Written: June 2010. One month after I was sexually assaulted.

Author: Ashley - 18 years-old