Demons

Of course I can do it alone. I always do.

I've learned how to carry groceries, pain, memories, solitude sometimes all at once.

I've gotten good at solving puzzles most never even knew existed.

I answer my own questions, fight my own doubts, and cheer myself on when the silence is too loud.

People say "you're so strong" like it's a gift, not something I've built brick by brick when no one showed up.

So yes, I can do it alone. I just wish I didn't have to.