deepundergroundpoetry.com
FAMILY CODE
Hey I get it
I can see where you are coming from
Cause, although some may not, I agree
I am a hardcore pragmatist above all
No actual promises were broken!
(At least not to me)
And with all my vents and rants
I should have done MY diligence
As I stand on a pedestal
Wondering,
Who what when why and where?
Always looking for a lesson
In my trials through life
I am continuously searching for the
Meaning, behind my choices
Eager to learn more about my hu(e)man experiences
Quick to want to analyze certain reactions and feelings
Incessant,
Self-reflection
Constantly evolving
Growing
becoming
a
better
me
Clearly,
I am not perfect
Although,
My back is often straight and my
Shoulders are relaxed, my
Head always held high
It comes from my childhood
The village that raised me
as they have often told me...
I represent THEM when I walk outside
Been having more conversations this week than I’ve had in a long time
Grandmothers’ and Grandfathers’
Cousins, Friends
My Mom, my Dad, my Stepdad
My sister…
I must take all of them into consideration
When I make my decisions
See my life,
isn’t just about me!
And as selfish as I come off
I am the diplomat of the family
The mediator
Cause tempers flair
I am the one everyone goes to when a dispute needs to be settled
They know I’ll hear all sides and be fair
No one gave me the title of
Moderator
No instructions came with this honor
It is just who I am
I learned the best solution
When warring factions can’t see eye to eye
I casually remind them of
Karma
You're either living out yours
Or you’re a part of there’s
See,
in our house we break
Karmic cycle’s
We are all (my family) focused on doing this
Breaking generational curses
Physical, emotional, sexually substance abuse
We all agreed long ago
You stop it by being honest and true to yourself and to others
It’s what I live by
It is
MY FAMILY'S CODE
I can see where you are coming from
Cause, although some may not, I agree
I am a hardcore pragmatist above all
No actual promises were broken!
(At least not to me)
And with all my vents and rants
I should have done MY diligence
As I stand on a pedestal
Wondering,
Who what when why and where?
Always looking for a lesson
In my trials through life
I am continuously searching for the
Meaning, behind my choices
Eager to learn more about my hu(e)man experiences
Quick to want to analyze certain reactions and feelings
Incessant,
Self-reflection
Constantly evolving
Growing
becoming
a
better
me
Clearly,
I am not perfect
Although,
My back is often straight and my
Shoulders are relaxed, my
Head always held high
It comes from my childhood
The village that raised me
as they have often told me...
I represent THEM when I walk outside
Been having more conversations this week than I’ve had in a long time
Grandmothers’ and Grandfathers’
Cousins, Friends
My Mom, my Dad, my Stepdad
My sister…
I must take all of them into consideration
When I make my decisions
See my life,
isn’t just about me!
And as selfish as I come off
I am the diplomat of the family
The mediator
Cause tempers flair
I am the one everyone goes to when a dispute needs to be settled
They know I’ll hear all sides and be fair
No one gave me the title of
Moderator
No instructions came with this honor
It is just who I am
I learned the best solution
When warring factions can’t see eye to eye
I casually remind them of
Karma
You're either living out yours
Or you’re a part of there’s
See,
in our house we break
Karmic cycle’s
We are all (my family) focused on doing this
Breaking generational curses
Physical, emotional, sexually substance abuse
We all agreed long ago
You stop it by being honest and true to yourself and to others
It’s what I live by
It is
MY FAMILY'S CODE
Published 26th Aug 2019
Author's Note
You have to take responsibility for the things that you allow to happen to you...
All writing remains the property of the author. Don't use it for any purpose without their permission.
likes 15
reading list entries 5
comments 13
reads 521
Commenting Preference:
The author is looking for friendly feedback.
26th Aug 2019 8:26pm
Keep your head up amazing spill time many understand excepting responsibility for decisions
26th Aug 2019 8:47pm
It is quite remarkable when one can draw strength from family. Powerful write and a good reminder.
26th Aug 2019 11:46pm
Bravo. Those who fail to break the curses merely pass them on - or die with them in this lifetime.
'Our lives are not our own. We are bound to others, past and present, and by each crime and every kindness, we birth our future.'
'Our lives are not our own. We are bound to others, past and present, and by each crime and every kindness, we birth our future.'
27th Aug 2019 00:59am
I was hoping you would drop by!!! And the RL made my day. It humbles me you know, when you do that! Honest and truly it does!
Your words encouraged me to write this piece. Self reflection is key to moving forward! As you know, I am all about progression! (lol)
Again, thanks for the inspiration. It helping me make some calls that I have been avoiding. It really reminded me what I stand for! Who I am! and most importantly... Who I want to become.
Your words encouraged me to write this piece. Self reflection is key to moving forward! As you know, I am all about progression! (lol)
Again, thanks for the inspiration. It helping me make some calls that I have been avoiding. It really reminded me what I stand for! Who I am! and most importantly... Who I want to become.
27th Aug 2019 1:07am
Oh wow! That I inspired this is the best gift of all! Thank you for telling me, Jen. xo
Welcome to the league of justice, the few the proud, defenders of reality wisdom and guidance
J J
J J
27th Aug 2019 12:32pm
There is nothing wrong with being the family's peacemaker, a little stressful at times, but this is your position. There also is nothing wrong with your family having and operating within certain codes, it helps with peace. Cool piece
27th Aug 2019 8:00pm
We all stand on the shoulders of giants
Not all of us realize, or recognize, that what we do reflects upon those we come from
A person should never let his roots strangle his development, but he should also never think he reached great heights on his own
This piece tells me you understand this well
And reminds me to keep your wisdom close at hand
Thank You
Not all of us realize, or recognize, that what we do reflects upon those we come from
A person should never let his roots strangle his development, but he should also never think he reached great heights on his own
This piece tells me you understand this well
And reminds me to keep your wisdom close at hand
Thank You
28th Aug 2019 9:19am
31st Aug 2019 11:57am
That was dope! And, “Eager to learn more about my hu(e)man experiences” is an epic line. Perfectly done my Nubian Queen!
3rd Sep 2019 5:04am
6th Sep 2019 8:12pm
you shake me every time with your fierce beauty
this is a loving soul spill beautiful one ❤
this is a loving soul spill beautiful one ❤
13th Sep 2019 6:41pm
STANDING OVATION!!! I can definitely relate to every word, every stanza.....
~BSavvy
~BSavvy
