Breaking Through the Yell

Waking up within these walls, feeling like I’m small

But I’m grown, gotta stand tall, still she sees my fall

Late mornings, I just wanna breathe, keep my dreams, find my peace

But she keeps on yelling, setting traps, got my patience at the seams

I get up, I push through, even when she’s against me

Trying to break my spirit, make me feel unworthy

Mom, I’m trying to find my way, can’t you see?

Your words like thunder, weighing heavy, drowning me

I’m an adult, I got this, I’m standing here strong

Please see the person I’ve become, I don’t want to be wrong

Fighting these battles inside, tired of the constant fight

Wishing for a moment of peace, a little room to breathe and see the light

Mom, I love you, hear my voice, I need you to understand

I’m growing, I’m enough, just trying to do the best I can