It's Been Forever

It's been forever,
But I'm back.
Not who I once was, I'm finally better.
It's been forever, since a blade kissed my skin.
It's been forever, but I've finally learned;
To love my life.
I've grown to be strong, and I will not fall again.
The scars I carry may mark my skin, but no longer burden my soul.
I have learned to smile through the rain, and enjoy each beat of my heart.
It's been forever, but I've learned to love.
And it's been forever, since this smile has meant something true.
I'm still a dark twisted soul. That's who I am.
But in pain, I am no longer.
It's been forever, but I'm back.
I've not gone entirely mad..
Not just yet, for I have unfinished business.
I'll stay, and get to work on that.
It's been forever, my friends,
Now it is time to welcome Nyx home.