He is dead now
And so I was too late
(To stand up to him To tell the truth To protect others)
And yet the beautiful little stones that represent each of the numbers that I had wanted to have
Seared into me
Shine brighter
Because I was heard
I stand taller because They know and every time I wear my pretty jewelled necklace, I am reminded of my bravery and their Compassion.
I was too late.
There will be no Retribution And he will never know
But
He is Dead now

Sam's Story
Watch this video to hear about Sam's experiences surviving domestic abuse.