To The Smaller Me

When he becomes drunk, and his breath smells of liquor, stay in that house. When he screams and curses your name, he hits the wife, and is dragged to his car, stay in that house. 

Breathe, you'll survive.

When you think you found love, do not be afraid. It will feel amazing at first, but soon you'll realize that it was just a game. Those tears shed pillows were not there for nothing, use them. 

Breathe, you'll love again.

When you first realize that you are not okay, and that the color has seemed to faded away from your life, tell mom. She's there to help you, and hold you. You will write a note, a poem of a mind that is not your fault.

Breathe, you'll get help.

Breathe.