A Heroine
/She was disfigured
In a ruthless fire
Often people repulsed her
By her appearance
She saw it in their eyes
Though it was subtle
She knew it was a silent rejection
She did not give in
To destiny’s decree
And realized
Only her self-healing power
Offered her the strength
To go on with her life
She made the choice
To focus on her inner life
Building up her self-confidence
She smiled back
At all the indifferent attitude
Toward her condition
By Shih-Fang Wang
From: United States