The Arch
Did I notice the arch
The bend in me
That caused the shift
When did it begin
When did I start manifesting it
Do I even know why
Why I was so desperate for a change
Yes I know why
Of course I do
Because what I said I would never be
I had fully become
A mediocre shell
Giving 50% of everything in my life
Surprised by my own unhappiness
Aware that self-actualization is my goal
But too lost to fight for it
Too confused to forge the path
Too much into my own pity party
That I missed the opportunity
Missed opportunities
And would continue missing them
Until I took a stand
And stood up for my life
For my tomorrow
So the arch happened
And now I know it can be done
Which I’ll need reminding of
Realistically more than once
But the shift has at least begun
Copyright © Nina G | Year Posted 2021
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