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things I've learned...
I.
betrayal
does not mean none of it was ever real
things just happen
and sometimes
it comes from within
we're so hopeful
so blind
unable to properly see
what was right there all along
so naively willing to believe
because sometimes being wanted
feels better than being right
II.
my part of the equation
is not negated
simply because they left it
it’s easier to truly see Self
when not standing in the shadow
of somebody else
darkness & I have so long been intimate
I confess
I never even noticed
I may not always like what I see
but it’s honest
and unapologetically me
III.
the largest part of community
is the same as communicate
not something I'd fully learned to appreciate
they may not always listen
or perhaps won't understand
but they certainly never will
if I don’t speak
fear is no excuse
for not saying how I feel
what I think
or sharing my Truth
IV.
actions really do speak louder than words
and sometimes truth will go around you
it’s so desperate to be heard
like opening your mouth
and hearing real accidentally fall out
meaning it
only...not out loud
leaving you stunned
unsure what you’ve just done
but knowing
just like that
it’s over
V.
I am not a collectible
merely one of a set
something to be stored on a shelf
dusted off once in a while
a pretty trifle
to be displayed among others
I am a one of a kind
original work of art
to be treasured & cherished
taken out & proudly shown off
a one owner
special baby kinda ride
beautiful & fractured
and loved
both despite & because of
my many scars
VI.
and this
the most powerful lesson of all
>---< ❤️ >---<
I'm my best Self
when I lead with Love
Published 4th Oct 2023
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5th Oct 2023 1:04am
'' I am not a collectible
merely one of a set
something to be stored on a shelf
dusted off once in a while
a pretty trifle
to be displayed among others ''
profound indeed
i felt the affirmation all throughout this vibe
merely one of a set
something to be stored on a shelf
dusted off once in a while
a pretty trifle
to be displayed among others ''
profound indeed
i felt the affirmation all throughout this vibe
5th Oct 2023 9:30pm
They say self talk matters...gotta double down on it these days. Thank you so much, Naajir!
5th Oct 2023 4:18am
Dear W,
I can’t really pick a favorite because each stanza holds so many relatable experiences. I really enjoyed each subject and the way in which you formatted the piece. Killer ending, the positivity is just the ticket tonight. H🌷
I can’t really pick a favorite because each stanza holds so many relatable experiences. I really enjoyed each subject and the way in which you formatted the piece. Killer ending, the positivity is just the ticket tonight. H🌷
5th Oct 2023 9:31pm
I swear we could all use some positivity lately. I'm happy you enjoyed the read and felt the uplift! Thank you so much, Honoria!
