Tag: Self love

The Cavern – A Poem

Every time I was taught to be ashamed of myself, I would put a little piece of my spirit within the shadows of the cavern. When I had to go to school and pretend to be someone that I wasn’t so that I could… Continue Reading “The Cavern – A Poem”

Dear 2024

Dear 2024, If I had to pick a word to summarize you, that word would be balance. You were full of so many wonders, weren’t you? I did my last round of chemo this year which took a lot out of me but helped… Continue Reading “Dear 2024”

A Promise to Myself – A Poem

Every morning, I hate the first thing I see in the mirror. Instead of focusing on what I hate about myself, and what I want to change, I will let the light from within shine forth so that I can see myself as I… Continue Reading “A Promise to Myself – A Poem”

The Star Among the Trees – A Poem

I came out to myself, first. It happened in the forest that I would retreat to when I closed my eyes. There was a word for people like me. The crows would call out the name to each other and it sounded like home.… Continue Reading “The Star Among the Trees – A Poem”

Dragon Scale Stars – A Poem

I need to solve the puzzle of myself. When I look into the mirror, I wonder who placed the pieces of the puzzle that I can see. My face looks as if it’s made from a patchwork quilt. Some of the puzzle pieces are… Continue Reading “Dragon Scale Stars – A Poem”