Beyond the Hurt

Pain, a sculptor, chiseling deep
Uncovering strength we never knew we'd keep
A fiery trial, refining our core
Forging resilience, we've been looking for

It hollows out the spaces, makes room for light
Gives us perspective, on darkest nights
Teaches empathy, and gentle hands
Helps us find solace, in life's demands

Through fractures and cracks, new paths unfold
We discover our voice, our story to be told
Pain's bitter roots, yield a flower of might
Illuminating our journey, through the dark of night

We rise, reborn, with scars that shine
Our hearts, now wiser, having been defined
By trials and tribulations, we've been made new
Pain's paradox, a gift, in all we do.