I saw a needle in my gums.
Acutely aware as it went in.
I saw a needle in my gums.
I willingly hurt myself,a sin.
But why a needle and not a gun.
I don’t know,maybe i’m dumb.
A needle’s strange for a choice of pain.
I thought no eyes could see the shame.
But i saw the needle in my gums.
I knew i was not the only one.
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marissa (Pseudonym) (
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- Comment from author about the poem: This poem highlights self harm-but it is not something that has happened in the real world to me or anybody i know.I want to make that clear,it is just a spur of words and poetic imagination.
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Comments2
I personally hate needles but many perforate themselves for decoration, health, to get a high, to feel the pain and know they are still alive, self punishment. A poem that hurts. Well written
Strange how a needle can save you or kill you.
I self harm watching my football team, wondering why I put myself through the pain.
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