6 Word Fridays: Paid

This one was thought provoking ...

I've paid a heavy price, yes,

for knowledge I didn't want to

know.  Therapy, antidepressants, depression -- all to

determine that I am only me.

A woman who failed at one

marriage, who failed at stepparenting 101,

who failed at her former life.

The price I paid was high,

but the rewards are so rich.

For that price, I have gained

my sanity, my independence, my life ...

and I'm free to choose again.

I paid a price, oh yes,

One that was so very high. 

Now I own my own happiness.

Now I own my own truths.

Now I own my own rewards.