Realizations

All I’ve ever wanted is to be me But, often that is not enough Or, maybe too much for others I’ve also wanted fairness, balance, And ended up on one way streets I’ve wanted to help, then got burnt I’ve danced in the fun, and fallen I’ve spoken and been discounted With things so close to my heart I’ve stood up for myself as well Then, been disliked more by some All I’ve ever wanted is to be me Where I can be afraid, but still safe Where I can be weak, not taken advantage of I can be strong, then respected for my actions To be able to laugh at silly, grumpy times Or the little things that may set me off Laugh together, share together, both giving, Because also, all I want is for you to be you I am not a fantasy that anyone has created to control I am real, I am me, I am what you hear and see Heidi Sands 1/1/19