she claimed the day
for herself
not willing to share
a moment or two
she claimed her space
surrounding herself
in comfort
not willing to share

she claimed a victory
beating the negativity
that haunted her daily

she succeeded to thrive
climbing out of a protective shell
she had dwelled in
for oh………. so very long

she became strong
others asked
…………… how

she smiled
she replied

i believed
……………. in me