Staying true to myself
Feels right
But also, hard and unforgiving, like
The edge of a knife
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Staying true to myself
Feels good
In the same way that fruit for Christmas does–
It’s better than nothing
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Tiptoeing through these emotions
Is a dance of faith that
Never feels quite fair either way
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Holding onto what’s left of myself
Leaves me blue
*
What’s the point of it all if I can’t have you?
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I love this!! This stanza especially hit me: ‘ Staying true to myself Feels good In the same way that fruit for Christmas does– It’s better than nothing’ Stunning, and the ending was super impactful too!
That desire for relationship, to be connected, is part of who the vast majority of each of us is. But being in relationship always means compromise if it is to be genuine & mutual. Recognizing that such compromise when it is reciprocal--when it's not simply being a doormat or "whooped" as guys like to tease their male friends (I don't know how women tease one another over such things)--is not a betrayal of oneself but rather of being true, is not easy. I still haven't figured it out & I just turned 64. My friend, you have much time where you don't need to have it figured out, either. Just doing the best you can to be true, not only to yourself but to others who are important to you, is all you should ask of yourself. And when you mess up, be kind to yourself & don't beat yourself up over it. Let it go & do what you can to do better.
Gosh this was so emotional and relatable! Brilliant work!
this is so beautifully written and something I can especially relate to at the moment. thank you for this
Your poem is a powerful reminder
beautiful
Raw, real, emotional, and oh so relatable. I love this, The Writing Witch. Fantastic 💕😊
Oh the holidays..the expectations of joy, mingled with the realities of loneliness. So well expressed in your poem
Ohh! From the title (stunning) … first line to last, this had me ! Somehow I feel like it’s triggering different broken parts inside me… and they are now making friends!
Love this...that last line though...so sad :( Well done, Joelle. Always reach the feels with your words.