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The More and Less of Me

there is less to me than there was before less....rolls less....dimples in my thighs less belly less chunks less chubby chubs Yes, there's less to me than there was before but oh.... can't you see? there is so much MORE to me More zest for life more happiness more sexy swing more scintillating sultry more contented confidence more...pride more love of self Yes, there is so much more to me and yet... I pause to think I'm the same me padded or not curvy or lean why am I mean? to the one inside she's the same woman the one I'm never meant to hide I want her to know It's ok...it is OK she'll get there someday not to where she was at 21 those days are gone and done back to a healthy self esteem and a healthy weight Wouldn't it be great! size liberated...wise! the journey...the real prize! More or less body still 100 percent heart and soul!! I'm getting there I'm getting there I hope you can see I'm still the same new/old me a woman in love with life words and poetry.... Eileen Manassian

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Lisa Ricci

Date: 5/2/2017 3:33:00 AM

Good Morning Eileen. Yes, this is why the Free Verse is so mighty. This entry is marvelous. I enjoyed the elegance and quiet tone not to mention how the thoughts and words just flowed. You allow the reader to pause and the ending is priceless. This entry has true positiveness attached. Well done in its entirety.

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 1/26/2017 2:44:00 PM

P.S. I loved the ending to this poem. Beautifully stated, Eileen. Love and hugs to you.

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 1/26/2017 2:39:00 PM

I am so happy for you, Eileen. This is such a beautiful testimony. I can relate on this level ... I've been both lean and fat, but I always gave the marching orders, when to come and when to go. I've always loved the hidden me more than the visible me, I've always loved my mind more than my body. Excellent poetry, dear. Love and peace to you.

Paulette Calasibetta

Date: 12/31/2016 5:57:00 PM

An inspiration to us all...The image we have of ourselves and the image we project, honest and true! Enjoyed this..... Paulette Calasibetta

Akkina Downing

Date: 12/28/2016 6:40:00 PM

I enjoy reading this a lot, it inspire me to be me, the real me inside that cares and loves life. I have the opposite issue, I can't get pregnant because I'm too thin, this depreses me for so long and still is, but im learning to deal with it and trying to find joy in life as I am. I wish you the best. A healthy life means happiness. Big hug :)

Arthur Vaso

Date: 12/24/2016 9:04:00 PM

I read this last night and my comment didnt go through! (maybe cause of the win I was having?) Anyways I loved the last lines "a woman in love with life words and poetry...." If only I could find a woman filled with such beauty as that!!! :)

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/23/2016 8:34:00 AM

This is perfect and contemplative. It is good that you want your body and soul to be healthy and strong. Because you are in love with words through words you can reshape yourself and your world. A big Christmas hug.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/24/2016 7:16:00 PM

Thank you, dear. You do uplift my spirits. I will get back to that treadmill this week. Finally...the semester is over. More time on my hands now. Merry Christmas, dear. God bless...

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 12/22/2016 5:57:00 AM

My dearest, Eileen, the value of a diamond doesn't change because of the box it is put in! In the same way, YOU, remain YOU no matter what the "wrapping" seems to be! Excellent!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/24/2016 8:04:00 PM

You are so kind, my dear poet. :) Bless you for this description. You have made me soar. I am a little too well wrapped! ;) I want to shed some more of my wrappings. :) A diamond needs to shine! ;)

Paul Callus

Date: 12/20/2016 1:43:00 PM

That's the spirit, Eileen!! I'll be proud to take you round Valletta and show you off, whether it's the new or the old Eileen:):) ...as long as you keep the 'inside' intact. Big hugs to you. Regards // paul

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/24/2016 8:07:00 PM

I miss you....I miss Valetta and Mdina. I miss MALTA. :) One day I will return...an new and improved version of me, anyway. Thank you for the kind post. it shows that you have a good heart. Enjoy Christmas!!!

Caycay Jennings

Date: 12/19/2016 10:20:00 PM

Are you having therapy in front of the whole world again? I love the depths you go to with this, you are more or less always you; weight has naught to do with the 'core' you, as you were born. This write is profound, yet simple, isn't it? Your expressions probed self worth in an honestly innocent matter, to me. I enjoyed it and truly pray that no matter what you do or don't add on, you gain faith in your beauty. These wonderfully searching lines could just as easily apply to aging. CayCay

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/20/2016 1:52:00 AM

Hello, sweet one. Thank you for understanding my way of dealing with my never ending body image issues! I had a bit of a difficult past three weeks, and I need to psyche myself up to go the distance. I feel better about myself when I know I care enough to care for my body. Yes, it could apply to aging as well. I'm struggling with that too. Love you, dear. Hugs

David Meade

Date: 12/19/2016 8:26:00 PM

Here is what I love about you LO, you are beautiful, a woman who loves and cares about words, who knows they can encourage and care for others. You write them skillfully - arranging them getting the sound and rhythm just right. You love others through words -- I know, I see it every time I read them. My your strong warrior spirit continue to thrive in your words . . . always!! Love the new and the old. 7

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/20/2016 1:54:00 AM

Thank you, dear Coach. It's SO good to have you BACK! You've been on my mind a lot, but I didn't want to hound you. :) Thank you for seeing beauty in me....not everyone does. I guess that's OK too. I have the ones who love and appreciate me and that makes a WORLD of difference. Hugs to you from LO...New and improved! ;)

Jan Allison

Date: 12/19/2016 6:53:00 PM

What an inspirational poem Eileen I know you have changed your lifestyle and have lost an incredible amount of weight - the only this you must never lose is your massive heart and your zest for life and your gift of your wonderful words:-) hugs Jan xxx

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/20/2016 1:56:00 AM

Thanks, sweetie...I will try. Had a bit of a relapse, but today I'm at it again. Please keep me in your prayers, dear. I need to lose weight before Easter break. I'm planning to visit my daughter and I want to have the TIME OF MY LIFE. With the precarious situation of the world, we need to make the most of every moment. Sending you hugs...

Ilene Bauer

Date: 12/19/2016 4:48:00 PM

such joy and affirmation in this poem, eileen, but i think you know that you'll always be the same wonderful woman (and excellent poet!) inside no matter how you look on the outside. i'm happy for you that you're moving towards where you want to be...

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/20/2016 2:01:00 AM

Thank you, dear. It's a hard journey, but I have a good support system. My daughter is a continual source of strength. I'm pleased with my progress thus far, and I'm hoping I can keep it up. Sending love

Daniel Turner

Date: 12/19/2016 4:11:00 PM

I love you just as you are, Eileen. Just be happy. A great poem of inspiration. As long as you are happy, I'm happy for you. I see the beauty on the inside, that's why I love you as you are:)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/20/2016 2:04:00 AM

:) Thank you, dear....What a lovely post of encouragement. I'm happier than I've been in a long long time. I'm glad you can see deep within...Happy was the day you joined our community of poets. You add SO much! Blessings