at the age of 11, i wanted to die
i slit my wrists and my thighs
i starved myself
i burned my skin
at the age of 12, i was diagnosed with depression
i was diagnosed with ocd
i was diagnosed with anxiety
at the ripe age of 13, i smoked my first blunt
i took my first drink
i lost my virginity
at the age of 14, i fell inlove
i had a pregnancy scare
i was alone
my love was unrequited
at the age of 15, i tested positive for cocaine
i was addicted to nicotine and other drugs
i sold my body to pay for my habits
now, i go to therapy frequently,
i surround myself with friends and family
i sing in the shower
and my head spins at the refreshing smell of spring
now, i recovered
it gets better