I always wanted a family that would hold me, 

When I was struggling with a lack of security and serenity, 

When I needed a warm blanket filled with kindness that would protect me from the unbearable hard-hearted world hell-bent on hatred,  

When it all seemed like the shadows of pain had found their much-needed home in my being, 

When the friendly faces fade exposing me to the vulnerable uncertainties I avoid in life, 

I was never met with their support but rather cold stares that pierced through me like a thousand little needles, 

Losing sight of reality and rationality,  

And losing hope for the future with the earlier fury and unbound passion that I had.  

But the magic was right around the corner,  

Waiting to be unveiled like a gift, 

Through people who were my real family, 

Loving me at times I thought I would never love myself, 

Taking care of the scars that I never thought existed within me, 

Making a universe filled with togetherness and optimism, 

To sprinkle my heart with sweetness, tenderness, and warmth.  

 

Families are supposed to be our first source of a solid support system. However, many of us struggle and long for a supportive family.  

 

 

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