I Am

I am more than my name: T – Talented, creative and educated. O – Open to challenges and criticisms that may come. M – Mature and realistic, calm and patient. I am more than my gender: M – Mindful of others, their feelings and wants. A – Appreciative of my freedoms and liberties. L – Loved and loving. E – Energetic, rarely tired. I am more than my appearance: S – Sexual assault survivor. K – Kicked down but not beaten. I – Individual and unique. N – Naked and exposed in moments of uncertainty. I am more than my illness: D – Determined to find positivity and joy where possible. E – Excitable and childish. P – Protective, caring and loyal. R – Responsible and grown. E – Erratic below the surface but working on calming those waves. S – Single but believing in love. S – Silent, taking to time to meditate. I – Interested in people and places new. O – Original, with a blend of blood, bone and family history. N – Naturally blonde, now purple. I am proud to be: M – Magic. E – Enough.