Drug Use

If you've ever been used
by those you thought would never
use you like a drug,
don't get used to being abused,
reused like a dirty needle.

If you wear black and blue
bruises on your arms
and your weak veins become infected
with lies,
remember you can quit
like any addiction,
even if you're scared of going
through the withdrawal.

You can try to hide
the marks and scars,
but the real damage is done
within your heart
every time you think
about what has happened;
feeling like you're bleeding
within the walls of your chest
and nothing but tears
seem to help ease your agony.

Try to find a way
to get away
from the torment,
talk to other friends and family,
and if you still don't know
who to trust,
then talk to yourself,
tell yourself
that you deserve a better life,
free from those who use
you like a drug
and treat you like a dirty needle.