Her, a child being captured in words and image
Trapped forever in being young
Although her innocence was stolen just like mine
Her eyes are full of the power of an ocean
Topaz and rich with a glowing sparkle
Perhaps like mine now as I awaken from my past
Tuck it under the rug and learn to move on
Learning as I go - becoming a woman
In my own steady way - and that feels good
Something to treasure for myself
And pass back to those who have cared for and loved me
The ones who said believe
I take her tiny hand in mine
Silently whisper my prayer to her
And smile - not on my face but in my heart
It feels as if our burdens have lightened
As if we have new paths to follow
It is a woman’s right feel safe in her own world
Above ground and Underground - we are trying to making it so.
I love "It is a woman's right to feel safe in her own world." This is a very empowering poem, Jae.
ReplyDeleteI love this, Jae - "the ones who said believe" really help us along our path. And I LOVE the smile in your heart!!!!!!! and the feeling safe. It is awesome when our journey brings us to this place.
ReplyDelete"Her eyes are full of the power of an ocean / Topaz and rich with a glowing sparkle"...There's so much strength in these lines. And how wonderful it is when a smile dwells in the heart. So beautiful Jae.
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