From the dust whence I came,From the clot of blood that formed me,From the gene, the very DNA I carry,Rising through the dust,Working my way out of the valley,Defying the oddsWriting my own story.I grew up.Conforming was never a consideration,Finding my own path and wanting to be different, always,Fuelled me.My drive, my passion, my tenacity.Words…… Continue reading I Grew Up
Category: Poems
That time of Year.
It’s that time of year again. The euphoria of the season Food, music, movies, the traditions. It’s that time of year again. When we make merry and memories. When we see loved ones we haven’t seen all year long. My favorite time of year. Reminiscing childhood memories. Remembering all who are not here with us.…… Continue reading That time of Year.
Damsel in Distress
Dear damsel in distress, Did the dragon lock you up in the tower? Did you bite the poisoned apple of the wicked witch? No one is coming! Dear damsel in distress, There is no Prince and neither is he charming. Think outside the box and get yourself out of this mess. Prince Charming is nothing…… Continue reading Damsel in Distress
How are you? Really!
How are you?Really!Behind the big smile and the all is well.The inner tears you cry,The deep thoughts of fear and uncertainty.Are you fine?Really!Underneath the heavy layers of makeup.Keeping all your scars in check.I ask again…..How are you?Really!Truth is, I am good, never been better.I admit, I don’t have it easy.I have a ton of burden…… Continue reading How are you? Really!
The woman that pushed me
She buys me tons of sugar and then complains that I eat too much sugar. Mother.It’s either her way or no way.Does it really matter how the food is prepared?What matters is, it taste great when it’s cooked but oh no! You should have added this before that, she would yell.Don’t wear that, it’s an…… Continue reading The woman that pushed me
The woman that pushed me
She buys me tons of sugar and then complains that I eat too much sugar. Mother.It’s either her way or no way.Does it really matter how the food is prepared?What matters is, it taste great when it’s cooked but oh no! You should have added this before that, she would yell.Don’t wear that, it’s an…… Continue reading The woman that pushed me
That’s Okay
Not everyday is a good day and, That’s okay. How do you rise when you haven’t fallen? You win some, you loose some and, That’s okay. Not everyone will love you. And even those that love you do so for a reason and, That’s okay. Baby! Loving yourself is the best kind. People will not…… Continue reading That’s Okay
Until Death
Now is now, with you.But until death do you realize my worth.Until death the scales fall from your eyes and suddenly I was good, holy and saintly.Here and now, no attention paid, arguably the monster in your nightmares.But until death, I will be the best thing that ever happened to you, an angel.The so called…… Continue reading Until Death
I lost my love to love ❤️
I lost my love to loveApparently my love was not enoughNot what she neededThough I gave my best.I lost my love to love;My arms couldn’t give her that kind of comfort.My eyes couldn’t make that connection.So I lost my love to love.She took away a piece of my heart.But that’s okay.Glad she is in a…… Continue reading I lost my love to love ❤️
STAY WITH ME
Stay with me on this side On this side you are safe from the worlds vile The clutch of sin and grave I will keep you safe Staying on my side Though the waters be troubled, In me you have an anchor Be still and know Stay with me, trust and obey. Not as a…… Continue reading STAY WITH ME
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