A stranger's smile, a promise so sweet,
A deal too good to be true, a trap to greet.
A click, a transfer, a moment of blind trust,
And suddenly, the truth, like a punch to the gut.

The realization hits, like a ton of bricks,
A feeling of foolishness, a heart that sick.
The shame, the anger, the tears that won't dry,
A sense of betrayal, that makes you wonder why.

The scammer's game, a masterful deceit,
A web of lies, that's hard to beat.
They prey on hope, on vulnerability too,
Leaving you feeling empty, with a heart that's bruised and blue.

But don't let shame consume, don't let fear take hold,
For you are not alone, and your story's yet untold.
Report the crime, let your voice be heard,
And know that you'll rise, from this darkness, scarred.

Remember, trust must be earned, and caution is key,
But don't let fear dictate, the life you're meant to be.
Learn from the lesson, and move forward with grace,
And know that wisdom, comes from a difficult place.