A Present To Myself

I wallow in self-hate pitifully often
Nitpicking every single flaw I have 
But sometimes when I observe myself
From outside my body
I admire myself 
My sturdy vessel that is covered in scars
Child birthing hips
Capable of recreation
Eyes filled with golden nectar
A heart that is home to many 
I’m a creation of God 
I’m precious for being born
Others might think this is not self-love
You fools do not understand that this is
The epitome of self-love—
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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May 14, 2022 at 11:13 PM
Beautiful! If we cannot love ourselves, how can we love others?
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