Leanne Lovejoy-Burton Poet Free verse

Superstar

"SUPERSTAR"


You’re a diamond
Superstar
wonderful 
dancing barefoot
Godiva
riding bareback
ocean rides

Stand, lift your heart 
up in your hands,
the World’s your everlasting
Shining Shrine
Ultra cool shooting Sunbeam
Zephyr in your own
BLUE SKIES

Daisy Chain resplendent
freedom Queen Bee Crown
LOVE ONE ANOTHER
stand together
Girlfriend, you just
need to dig deep
See what I see in you
BELIEVE
L’il Sista. X
Big Sista.

You’re walking with 
the hidden power
of a magical 
Yellow Brick Road
Red Ruby slippered
Mega Watt Electric
Twisting Tornado
spitting out a 
brand new 
Diamond
Lady Godiva
SUPERSTAR


(Lovejoy-Burton/Jan 2018)
For my daughter, Georgia, given freely, with ALL MY LOVE.



And any other Sista’, needing some balm for her blisters...I couldn't resist ya...



1. "Hey Girl" / Gaga & Florence
https://youtu.be/ZGo1Cstx24I


2.
https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/putting-an-end-to-shaming-and-criticizing-other-women_us_587534d0e4b08052400ee69c

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Susan Ashley February 23, 2018 at 9:06 PM A very expressive and uplifting poem Leanne, paving the way to self-empowerment. A mother's love is very creative and dynamic in that way.. Your poem is full of a mother's love, encouragement and recognition.. Beautiful! Leanne Lovejoy-Burton February 23, 2018 at 9:32 PM Thank you Susan. x

Akkina Downing January 19, 2018 at 10:01 PM Setting a great example to your daughter is the best gift you can give her... this poem is so empowering. I'm no mother but I try my best for my nieces and nephews. This shows how wonderful of a mother you are to your daughter. Thank you for sharing this, Leanne! Hugs and smiles :) Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 19, 2018 at 10:07 PM x thank you.

Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 19, 2018 at 4:19 PM For GVLM: “A mother's love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no law, no pity. It dares all things and crushes down remorselessly all that stands in its path." -The Last Seance (from The Hound of Death and Other Stories, also Double Sin and Other Stories)” Agatha Christie, The Hound of Death

Silent One January 19, 2018 at 7:17 AM You are a wonderful mother, so dedicated to leaving your beautiful words behind for your daughter.. Wonderful poetry as always... Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 19, 2018 at 4:18 PM Georgia has the gift too. One of her favourite authors is Agatha Christie, although, that is not her genre. :) Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 19, 2018 at 4:16 PM Thank you Silent. All my stories are for my daughter. Georgia, is the single most important person in my life next to my own mother, they are connected in a way, not just through blood, but through specific dates. Endings and Beginnings. I love her more than all the stars in the sky, all the pearls in the sea. Tomorrows are never guaranteed.x

Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 18, 2018 at 10:43 PM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bTip3WGv2s

James Swartz January 18, 2018 at 4:31 PM An awesome session in your mind Leanne. I never leave your page feeling empty. You do create poems that will stand the test of time. Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 18, 2018 at 4:42 PM Hola James Swartz. I don't know about stand the test of time, but definitely awesome sessions. Thank you for your patronage of this ditty of a poem. Mumma-Sista on a Mission. x

Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 18, 2018 at 4:19 PM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7dxnQQEpXs

Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 18, 2018 at 4:16 PM "We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty." Maya Angelou

Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 18, 2018 at 4:15 PM "When you learn, teach. When you get, give." Maya Angelou

Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 18, 2018 at 4:14 PM "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style." Maya Angelou

Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 18, 2018 at 4:14 PM "When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time." Maya Angelou

Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 18, 2018 at 4:13 PM "There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you." Maya Angelou

Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 18, 2018 at 4:12 PM "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Maya Angelou

Leanne Lovejoy-Burton January 18, 2018 at 4:08 PM "Find role models whom you identify with.Many women throughout the years have inspired me.Perhaps the one I identify with the most is Nely Galan. She was the first person I ever heard say, ‘be your own prince charming!’ I loved this because that is how I had felt my entire life. Find people whom you admire in your own communities and ask if they’ll act as your mentors. Mentors will be a key to your success because they can provide advice and knowledge based on their own trials and tribulations."