Splintered

I stand determined
With feet planted
A long-handled ax
The helve smooth in my hands
I raise it over my head
Bring it down with force
A great overhead arc
Makes contact with the door
I am aware my anger
Is as strong as the steel blade
Again and again I strike
My chest heaves with the effort
Leaving the walls gaping
Again and again I strike
My arms ache with the effort
Leaving this hideaway
Shattered and splintered
The way my family
Was splintered
There can be no hiding
Behind broken walls