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Author Dana Redricks July 18, 2023 In the depths of my being, a struggle stirs, a battle against society's chains, My sexuality, an enigma to unravel, ongoing to break free from the shadows it restrains. Whispers of judgment, they gnaw at my core, masking my truth, obscuring my light, but my heart, it rebels against their weight, yearning to bask in the freedom of its own delight. The war rages on, fierce and unyielding, between societal norms and desires unspoken, to deny my essence, my very existence, is to suffocate the spirit that longs to be awoken. Yet, deep within me, a glimmer takes hold, a realization of love's boundless domain, my sexuality, a radiant prism of identity, an integral part of me, steadfast and unchained. For it is not a choice, a twisted game to play, but a sacred thread woven into my soul's song, and in embracing my truth, I gather strength, to defy society's judgments and prove them wrong. Though the chains of society strive to entwine, my innate essence refuses to be contained, a resilient spirit, unyielding and resilient, a symphony of authenticity, unabashed and unrestrained. So, I pledge to seek understanding's embrace, to love myself wholly, unapologetically so, In this journey, I shall find liberation's grace, guided by love's grand plan, I'll let it all flow. In the depths of my struggle, I cultivate power, finding the courage to spread my wings and soar, walking the path that aligns with my truth, embracing desires that beckon from my core. No longer shall I fight against the currents of myself, but surrender to the rhythm that beats deep within, for in authenticity, I discover serenity, a celebration of love's spectrum, free from society's sin. So let judgment crumble beneath my strides, for my sexuality is not a flaw to be abhorred, it weaves a vibrant tapestry within my soul, a masterpiece of love, unbroken and untoward.
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