PTSD my final act by Steph Gardiner

There is no more encore 

No more coming back 

Nothing left to re-live 

This is my final act

What is it, this new feeling

That floats deep inside?

It's hard work, years of pain

It's happiness and pride

Step out of the shadows now

There is no more to endure 

Live now, go forwards

For there is, no more encore

Feel strong and empowered

A warrior, that's a fact

Go and explore your new world 

As this is your final act