I used to be afraid of myself,
of what I could do.
I trapped myself in helplessness,
in self-hatred.
I never knew that I could be so much more,
more than anyone could ever give me credit for,
that I could do what they were afraid to.
Then someone shined a light on me,
showing me that my flaws are my beauty,
my scars were what made me strong,
and I believed it.
I'm not afraid.
Now I walk into the light without fear,
without hesitation,
without hating myself.
"my flaws are my beauty"...that's what makes us all so unique. We all shine.
ReplyDeleteNicely done.
If only more of us would appreciate these little facts. What a great piece!
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful, self affirming poem. We need those, don't we?
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful blog. I love the font that you use!
Well done, all around!
http://thescatteredstones.blogspot.com/2011/04/magpie-tales-mag-62.html
You said it better than I ever could.
ReplyDeleteWhat an insightful post. I believe that we all feel that way at times.
ReplyDeleteAdded myself as a follower. Best of luck on your endeavors.
Lisa
InspiredbyLisa
Well good for you! Stick with those views.
ReplyDeleteShine on!
ReplyDeleteYou describe a process many of us have experienced.
Here is my shine piece:
http://www.kimnelsonwrites.com/2011/04/25/symbolically-speaking/
Beautiful poem and sentiments. I think most of us only tap a small percentage of our potentials. Great post.
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