In need of a break,
from all his past crimes.
Made many mistakes,
then served his full time.
Swallows inner fears,
gives life a new try,
hopes no one could hear,
deeply hidden cries.
Another door slams,
in front of his face,
obstructing all plans,
slowing down his pace.
His head in his hands,
broken and disgraced,
tries hard to withstand,
scars meant to be traced.
Arms up in the air,
forgive and forget.
Knows life is not fair,
heart beats with regret.
Attempts at repair,
by paying his debts,
suspicious eyes stare,
see him as a threat.
He gathers his will,
and strength to believe,
climbing steeper hills,
for those he made grieve.
Forgives his own spills,
sensing great relief.
Finds lights that fulfill,
goals he will achieve.
– Grace Y. Estevez – Reddy
Written for Melissa Lemay’s Fandango’s Flash Fiction Challenge #250
