I am More

I am more than numbers on a scale I am more than the voice in my head saying “you stupid girl, all you do is fail” I am more than the scars on my skin And those within I am more than the venomous words spat from those I’m supposed to trust I am more than pictures shoved in my face and society telling me it is just. I am more than a grade I am more than a memory of pain that will not fade I am more than what you think of me I am more than what even I thought I could be I am more than all your hate I am more because I stood at Hell’s gate I am more because I stood strong and without fright I am more because I will not go down without a fight I am more because you fail to beat me down I am more because I smile when all I want to do is frown I am more than what I thought I deserved I am more I am so much more.