I have decided to introduce some feminism into my work. I tend to imply it, but someone I deeply care for reminded me how important it is to name such things. Be sure to check out Victoria’s stuff at her blog, “Little Pictures Big Thoughts!” Peace. ❤
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Until both sexes
In every expression
Are free, no one is.
Lying on the floor
Wishing I was more.
A new version of me
That I cannot even see.
But I guess that’s how
Things tend to happen now.
Discontenment
Self-resentment
Reaching out and hoping for
A shade, a ghost and nothing more.
Time to realize
The doubts are bloody lies
Who I am is more than fine
My life has value ’cause it’s mine.
What makes someone strong?
Cruelty? Force? Ruthlessness?
I say it’s kindness.
Learn to love your life.
In all it’s struggle and mess,
There is much beauty.
Don’t fear to rest.
This is a test
When the world commands that you contest.
No time to sleep
Reward to reap
You must go out and earn your keep.
Yet with this grind
You’ll often find
The hardest working are still behind.
Don’t waste today
To you I say
Take time to “be.” It is okay.
It’s a subtle art
To speak truth straight from the heart.
Well worth the practice.
When she simply must,
The lion bellows her call.
Say what must be said.
