Sherry Beck Poet Free verse

LIONESS

There was a time when I was meek

tears streaming down with effortless ease 

Amidst the hollers, the taunts, the cries

The tears would flow like autumn leaves

But the hunted has turned hallowed

I rise with a lion’s might

Gone are the days of silent shadows

I am a roar in the heart of the night

With the poise of the jungle’s regal beast

I roar with valor, my spirit unleashed

With hollering, bullying, and screaming, the tears didn’t miss me

The ones who were once preyed upon are now the ones being prayed upon

Now, I stand boldly, ready to unleash 

A powerful roar that resonates with you as a lion’s feast

In the days of yesteryear, I existed merely as a whisper in the wind

Tears would fall at the slightest bend 

Now, I stride with the fierce grace of a lion

With a roar of courage, I boldly claim the capacity in Mount Zion

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Silent One June 17, 2024 at 11:03 AM Your poem is a triumphant testament to personal growth and empowerment. Through the use of vivid imagery and powerful metaphors, it captures the speaker's journey from vulnerability to strength. The recurring motif of the lion's roar symbolizes courage and resilience, while the reversal of roles highlights the justice of the speaker's transformation. The poem celebrates the speaker's newfound voice and confidence, offering a message of hope and inspiration to those who have faced adversity. Sherry Beck June 17, 2024 at 11:21 AM “Thank you for your encouragement. I’ve come a long way—from being quiet when trampled upon to putting on my whole armor. This is Sherry 2.0.”