Sometimes You Can’t Go Around It But You’ll Find Your Way Through It

He scrutinised her eyes, perceived all of her pain,
that was back then, now she’s in a different place.
Gives her reminders that she’s a diamond in refinement;
preparing to tell stories that she has dealt with in silence.
They can try to turn her up, will never turn her down;
mute is not an option – she is rooted in sound.

Almost two years ago, the day he pulled her in;
His words – “you must burn to be beautiful.”
“Even in silence, her aura is resounding.”
Their words – she admits they may be suitable.
Forever a lighthouse, even with the lights out.
Her words – she knows they’re irrefutable