Broken homes.

The title to a household where the ruckus is over. No more arguing, just broken hearts.

But what if the household isn’t broken? It’s in the process of breaking. Endless nights of

arguing.

Endless hours of distraction. Hearts breaking. Piece by piece.

The thought of the end is stuck in your head. Not only when you

Can switch from breaking to broken,

But when you can come to closure.

Finally accept the fact that things will change. People go, but all your worry does not. Remain.

The tears you shed in the past, no longer have to relapse countless hurt.

It’s over

Wanting to feel that relief, wanting to stand tall on my feet.

Head high, no sigh.

Like the good old times, no worry in mind.

Although the thought of your home being broken isn’t the best

It’s better than continuous pain making you roll over in bed.

Natalie Colon

Age 13, Grade 8

Broughal Middle School

Bethlehem Area School District