I just heard another shooting has occurred
Immediately I think
My survivor’s heart does not always show
For many reasons others can not know
but as I walk this journey 
I have one simple wish
That no one else will join me on the path 
and if they find themselves here
I hope they know I will always lend a listening ear
The pain runs deep
The scars do not completely heal.
It’s in community we can move forward. 

Living life is a choice .