The person that I want to be

I want to be myself again 
happy-go-lucky 
the always smiling 
always positive person 
who let things roll off her shoulders 
who didn't think of negativity 
but always seen the positive 
In everybody she met 
I want to learn how to trust again 
without people taking advantage 
and being the one hurt 
I want to enjoy life enjoy 
the time I have left 
with my kids 
watching them grow and graduate 
I want to think for myself 
instead of people telling me 
what I should or shouldn't do 
I want my Independence back 
my freedom 
I want to be myself again
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Goldsmith Avatar
October 17, 2024 at 9:30 AM
Congratulations on your win. What a powerful write. I did enjoyed reading it. Life/people can be very hard. Great Ending... People/friends/family can be very hurtful. I do Not let them hurt me any more. I call them out. I want my power back Not their power over me. Many years ago, I was given a small plate with "Life Is Fragile. Handle With Prayer" written on it. Powerful Words To live By. Hugs... Have a wonderful day/weekend writing away.....................
Croft Avatar
October 17, 2024 at 9:45 AM
Thank you. I have been hurt too many times. Sometimes I think I should be single so I don't have to deal with a lot on my plate! Life is fragile and should never be taken for granted.
mysore Avatar
October 13, 2024 at 6:32 AM
Such a lovely calm poem, dear poet you are a lovely positive person. Be so blessed, you be the person you wish for. Congratulations on your win. beautiful contest topic too. Blessings & cheers
Croft Avatar
October 13, 2024 at 7:20 AM
Thank you for reading friend! Have a great day!
One Avatar
October 12, 2024 at 5:34 AM
I hope you can find your independence and escape the chains.. Congratulations for your placement in the contest..
Croft Avatar
October 12, 2024 at 9:45 AM
Thank you for sponsoring the contest!
Rodgers Avatar
September 19, 2024 at 8:22 AM
Dear Karen, Ohhh where do I start because you make so many great statements about many of our lives. I love it when a poet does a deep dive on themselves, and it is so confessional. Excellent Read! I hope you do well in the contest. - Blessings, MY Dear Friend, Daniel
Croft Avatar
September 19, 2024 at 8:09 PM
Thank you for reading friend! Appreciate your thoughts!
Rose  Avatar
September 19, 2024 at 3:44 AM
I can see you have done some serious soul searching my friend. All I can do is pray that God heard this poem/prayer and gives you your hearts desire. You deserve it Karen :)
Croft Avatar
September 19, 2024 at 6:06 AM
Yes I have! Now I need to find my true direction! Thank you for reading.
Challender Avatar
September 19, 2024 at 12:12 AM
Powerful stuff Karen & wise words. Well done on a great poem.
Croft Avatar
September 19, 2024 at 6:05 AM
Thank you very much!
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