ProjectPeace (Experience Section) 1. Bullying (289 words)

All around her was darkness.

Even up until now, she could still remebered the pain inflicted upon her own body, her tortured screams ringing in the air, the scars still visible. Her vision darkened everytime she strained her eyes to see them, those who had been the cause of her depression. Their cruel, mocking laughter sounded like echoes of the past.

She clutched her head. Why? What did she do to deserve it? She always kept her head down, scuttering around like a little mouse. She remembered pushing away everyone who tried to help her, but now, regret was the only thing left.

Her life had been better since she transfered, but sometimes, the memories would stay, appearing during her lowest of low.

She wanted to shout the unfairness to the whole world, but the words were swallowed down, never to appear. She used to feel like every day was another step to Hell, for with everyday comes the disgusted eyes and whispers about rumours that were not true. They hide themselves well, only bullying her when they were sure no one was watching. She was forever lost in the endless void of fear.

She was lost, yes, but no longer. For when she was surrounded by darkness, someone had guided her with a lantern. When she needed someone, that someone was always there to comfort her.

She might still be a coward, but at least, the small mouse has finally begin its journey.

It might take her some time, but she will have the courage to stand up. Someday.

'Strength doesn't come from what you can do. It comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn't do.'

- Rikki Rogers