Because of my illness

Because of my illness I always felt sick.

Because of my illness I missed many classes.

Because of my illness I missed many parties.

Because of my illness I lost many friends.

Because of my illness I was always home.

Because of my illness I was crying as I showered.

Because of my illness I was given heartless labels.

Because of my illness I was in therapy for years.

Because of my illness I quit the sport I loved.

Because of my illness I feared the food keeping me alive.

Because of my illness I would run home from school crying.

Because of my illness I thought I was worthless.

One day, I finally realized that I am not my illness. My illness is with me, but it does not define me.

Because of my illness

I finally see

That there is more to life than simple "me".