A Poem I Wrote in 2003

     I was looking through some old books trying to find some contact information of old friends through the Pregnancy Care Center and found an old poem that I wrote when I was involved in a "Her Choice To Heal" Recovery Group, and thought that I would share it with you.  As I read over it, I thought it was very poignant and descriptive of the journey from abortion, through grief, and finally (thankfully) to healing.

My Path

Afraid, Alone, Abandoned

Trapped, Desperate, Unsure

Confused, Convinced, Resolved

Scared, Absurd, Hysterical

Relieved, Ashamed, Guilty

Denial, Numb, Rationalized

Demoralized, Angry, Vindictive

Self-Hate, Dehumanized, Exposed,

Painful, Depressed, Lonely

Sad, Guilt-Ridden, Overwhelmed

Overcome, Emotional, Explosive

Repentive, Hopeless, Powerless

Accused, Chastised, Mocked

Mercy, Hope, Forgiveness

Realization, Understanding, Self-Discovery

Purpose, Meaning, Goal-Oriented

Liberation, Freedom, Healing

By: Kim Ollis

Sept. 2003