So you have those scars
those gaping wounds
ripped across your soul
memories of knives surgically mending your being.
Put them away.
Here, throw this over them.
Only you and I will know they are there.
Only you and I can
be aware
of the hurt that was removed from your heart.
Only you and I need to know the tears
you shed
of pain and joy
of seeing the suffering go away.
Only you can take this badge to cover them
smile
move on and say
it is okay
I am still whole.