The Beginnings (Of Laying It Down)
I am a woman
with a pen
Sounds lame
but listen again.
I am a woman
with a pen.
Stories and schemes
Weaver of fairy tales
or broken dreams.
Little girls at wishing wells
pretty pink dresses with piggy tales.
Adventure to sew.
Hearts to win.
I am a woman
with a pen.
Strong boys, stiff upper lips
muddy shoes, frogs clutched in fists.
Fishing poles or computer screens
little boys with man sized dreams.
Dragons to slay
Hearts to win
I am a woman
With a pen
It’s deceptive
this power I claim.
Makes me believe
I can do anything.
Copyright © Melisa May | Year Posted 2007
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