Definition of a Woman

from birth as an infant female
to a school yard girl
years pass she becomes a 
young adult female
just another female in the workforce
she's just another female in general 
noted as someone's wife, daughter, sister,
mother, aunt or significant other,
but to her
she is a woman
someone smart and strong
she defines herself
by her accomplishments in life
not by her struggles
she doesn't depend on others 
to accomplish her dreams,
but works hard to include
her family in her hopes and dreams
so a true definition of a woman
is someone who empowers in the themselves
the ability to conquer life and 
not let life conquer them


April 7, 2022
July 21, 2022 for favorite poem of 2022 contest
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Maverick Avatar
March 1, 2023 at 11:01 AM
Life is certainly a challenge..Whether ypu are Woman, man..Or child Karen quiet determination and courage are needed often' Often we never realise others struggles.' I beleive that women are the backbone of Sustainable living..Often their true contribution Is not recognised in its best context '
Villalon Avatar
February 2, 2023 at 5:00 PM
A very strong woman by definition. Thanks for dropping by my page Miss Karen. :) Cliff
Kamoonpuri Avatar
September 10, 2022 at 4:36 AM
A powerful poem inspiring the independent, hardworking womanly spirit. Kudos for a fab poem! <<<<<<<>>>>>>>^^^^^^^>>>>><<<<<<<< Plz read and comment my newest poem too.
Foster Avatar
July 21, 2022 at 12:15 PM
This was well written. I agree... Powerful imagery, emotions... excellent work. Ann
Horsman Avatar
June 11, 2022 at 9:39 PM
Love this, karen, powerful poetry, powerful woman.
Drowley Avatar
June 10, 2022 at 10:13 AM
Keep writing. Keep posting. We need more self-empowered women.
Baker Avatar
April 8, 2022 at 11:18 AM
I think we have a winner! Good for you, Karen. I agree! Bill
Croft Avatar
April 13, 2022 at 2:24 AM
thank you thank you!!!
Ray Avatar
April 7, 2022 at 2:00 PM
is someone who empowers in the themselves... very powerful and hope generationally...this will always be true...
Croft Avatar
April 7, 2022 at 8:08 PM
Thank you for reading and for your comment!
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